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Use OrthoVault for Secure and Accessible Patient Study Models

Dental Model Storage ​

OrthoVault is a secure, cloud-based solution designed to help dental and orthodontic offices manage and store patient study models efficiently. By transitioning from traditional plaster models to digital files, OrthoVault allows easy access anytime, anywhere, while ensuring the highest level of data security.

OrthoVault — Digital Models

Transition from Physical to Digital Models

OrthoVault for Secure and Accessible Patient Study Models

OrthoVault is a cutting-edge solution designed specifically for dentists and orthodontists who handle digital dental models. OrthoVault addresses the need for clinicians to store patient study models by allowing them to store their digital dental models securely online and access them at any time.

Traditionally, study models are created for each orthodontic patient out of fragile plaster and physically stored for a minimum of seven years. With OrthoVault, models or impressions are scanned to create a digital file that the practitioner can quickly and easily recall from OrthoVault’s web portal 24 hours a day

Dentists and orthodontists can be confident in the security of their files as OrthoVault meets all the security standards for HIPAA as well as the FDA. OrthoVault’s files are stored securely in SSL-encrypted databases. The servers are regularly backed up to multiple locations to ensure the data is always preserved.

At DDS Lab, we understand that the landscape of dentistry is constantly evolving, and staying ahead requires embracing innovative technologies that enhance patient care while streamlining practice operations.

OrthoVault

Store Models Securely Online

Send model files to DDS Lab. Your digital files will be stored securely in the cloud, making them easily accessible for future reference. You can also send traditional plaster models to be digitized.

OrthoVault provides 24/7 access to your digital study models via the My DDS Lab portal. Whether you are in the office or on the go, you can quickly retrieve any file you need at any time.

 

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Security & Compliance

Rest easy knowing that OrthoVault meets all patient privacy standards.

  • User Authentication: OrthoVault validates user credentials based on a user name-password combination and utilizes encrypted communications to ensure your files remain secure.
  • SSL-Secured Databases: All OrthoVault files are stored in SSL-encrypted databases and are regularly backed up to multiple secure locations. This ensures that your data is secure and always preserved.
  • HIPAA & FDA Compliance: OrthoVault adheres to strict security standards for data privacy.
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Packing & Shipping Your Case

Proper care in packing your case for shipping plays a significant role in the quality of the case and service we can provide.
Follow these steps when sending your cases to the laboratory to ensure a safe delivery:

  • Disinfect the all case materials, place in the bag and seal.
  • Wrap models individually and securely with bubble wrap.
  • Additional bubble wrap should be added to fill the box to avoid movement and possible breakage during shipping.
  • When shipping an articulator and face-bow: (a) Remove models from articulator and wrap individually OR (b) If models remain on the articulator, please separate the articulator. Each piece should then be wrapped individually and anchored in the box. The face-bow and other enclosures should be wrapped separately.
  • Any photos or slides that accompany the case should be placed in a plastic bag for protection.


By transitioning to OrthoVault, you’ll streamline the management of patient study models and ensure secure, convenient access when you need it.

OrthoVault FAQ

A: OrthoVault’s digital study models are easy access at anytime through the online portal. By keeping your files online you can free up valuable office space and never have to worry about buying storage boxes or cabinets again. In addition, OrthoVault digital study models arrive in less time and cost less than plaster models.
A: You can send us upper and lower traditional impressions (PVS material is preferred), poured stone models or digital impressions files (.STL format) along with your completed prescription. We also ask that you include a bite registration with your case to ensure accuracy.
A: Any type of Alginate or PVS material can be used. If alginate is used, we prefer that it be poured in stone at your office to avoid distortion from shrinkage during shipping.
A: Disposable impression trays are recommended; metal trays will be returned; however, you will incur a shipping fee.
A: No, the viewer software is free and can be downloaded from your My DDS Lab portal.
A: Your digital file will be ready to download within 5 business days after the case is received in our lab.
A: Yes, the viewer has a tool bar where you can choose a tool for measuring the distance between any two points.
A: Yes, once the model is scanned we clean up the digital model file by filling in any voids and removing bubbles.
A: Send an RX requesting Digital Models signed by the doctor, an upper and lower Impression/model, and a bite registration

A: Yes. Physical stone models can be completed at any time after the digital models have been completed.

A: Yes, we can print a resin model or use the file to create a stone model.

A: Yes. Appliance fabrication is available.

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