What is LiteWing?

The patented dental photography tool and method of use allows dental practitioners to instantly take, high-definition diagnostic images, enhancing communication among dentists, patients, and lab technicians.

When comfortably positioned and activated within the patient's mouth, the LiteWing's robust LED system illuminates the oral cavity with visible light, unveiling intricate details, characterization, and light absorption patterns within each tooth through transillumination.

  • Enhanced Visualization

    Transillumination provides enhanced visualization of tooth structures, allowing dentists to identify problems in areas that may be difficult to see with traditional methods.

  • Improved Patient Communication

    Dentists can use transillumination images to explain dental conditions to patients more clearly, fostering better understanding and cooperation in treatment decisions.

  • Cost-effective

    Transillumination can be a cost-effective diagnostic tool, as it can help prevent unnecessary procedures by accurately identifying areas that require treatment.

  • Versatility

    Transillumination can be used in various dental procedures, including diagnosing caries, detecting cracks, assessing tooth fractures, evaluating dental restorations, and locating hidden calculus during dental cleanings.

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How It Works

1. Begin by attaching the bite positioner to the central housing of the Litewing. Optionally, you may use cheek retractors to enhance visibility for photography.
2. Instruct the patient to open their mouth and carefully position the wings of the bite positioner on their premolars or molars.
3. With the patient gently biting down on the assembled Litewing apparatus, align your digital camera to capture the desired dentition.
4. Once ready, prompt either your assistant or the patient to activate the Litewing by pressing the remote control lighting trigger.
5. As the Litewing's powerful LEDs illuminate the area, capture an image of the fully transilluminated dentition.
6. Share the captured image or any significant findings with the patient promptly to facilitate better communication and engagement.

Our Story

LiteWing emerged from an unyielding passion for the artistry of dentistry and the captivating world of dental photography. In the vibrant dawn of 2020, Dr. Sean Langton, immersed within the dynamic landscape of Boston's premier multi-specialty dental realm, found himself alongside kindred spirits. Their mission? To transcend the mundane, revel in camaraderie, and embark on an odyssey through the lens, capturing the essence of dental splendor.

As creativity ignited and shutters clicked, a moment of revelation unfolded. Amidst the play of backgrounds, aperture nuances, and magnifying wonders, inspiration struck like lightning. With bold innovation, they seized a wireless flash from a DSLR camera, poised to unveil a vision unseen. What transpired was pure brilliance! Light cascaded through teeth, painting a mesmerizing tableau into the lens. The resultant image? A breathtaking testament to the transformative power of transillumination in the realm of dentistry!

In that electrifying moment, amidst the glow of ingenuity, LiteWing was conceived. A beacon of innovation, promising to redefine the boundaries of dental diagnostics and herald a new era of possibility!

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