FDA Approved Scanning Technology

Advances in scanning technology have provided Orthotists with the ability to replace plaster casting as a method of acquiring accurate molding of the infants head. A primary benefit of this method is a highly accurate and repeatable imaging process that allows for detailed evaluation and tracking of symmetry and shape over time, with periodic scans.

Another consideration is the significant improvement in patient comfort, as plaster casting can be an emotional process for some infants. Benefits in fabrication have also been realized with the quick transfer of data and improved design accuracy, to 1/100 of a millimeter.