How Much Time Can You Save with Ortho-Analyser?
Time is one of the most valuable resources in orthodontic practice. Between patient consultations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and administrative work, even small inefficiencies can quickly add up.
Digital tools aim to improve efficiency, but the real question is: how much time can they actually save?
Let’s look at a practical example using Ortho-Analyser.
A Typical Weekly Workflow
Consider a common scenario:
- 10 new patient analyses per week
- Each requiring cephalometric analysis, model evaluation, and photo review
In a traditional workflow, these tasks are often performed across multiple tools:
- Cephalometric software
- 3D model viewer
- Photo management system
Switching between platforms creates friction and consumes time.
Time Spent Without an Integrated Solution
On average, a full diagnostic workflow per patient may take:
- Cephalometric analysis: 10–15 minutes
- 3D model evaluation: 5–10 minutes
- Photo organization and review: 5 minutes
- Software switching / data handling: 5 minutes
Total: approximately 25–35 minutes per patient
For 10 patients per week:
→ 250 to 350 minutes (4 to 6 hours per week)
Time Spent with Ortho-Analyser
With Ortho-Analyser, all diagnostic tools are integrated into a single platform.
This reduces friction and accelerates each step:
- Faster cephalometric tracing with automated measurements
- Instant access to 3D models
- Centralized photo management
- No need to switch between software
The average time per patient becomes:
- Full diagnostic workflow: 15–20 minutes
For 10 patients per week:
→ 150 to 200 minutes (2.5 to 3.5 hours per week)
Weekly and Annual Time Savings
By comparing both workflows:
- Time saved per patient: ~10–15 minutes
- Time saved per week (10 patients): ~1.5 to 2.5 hours
Over one year:
→ 75 to 120 hours saved
That represents:
- Nearly 2 to 3 full work weeks
- More availability for patients
- Reduced daily workload
Where Does the Time Saving Come From?
The efficiency gains are not due to a single feature, but to the combination of multiple improvements:
- Automation of repetitive measurements
- Unified interface
- Reduced data handling
- Faster visualization of key information
Small gains at each step create a significant global impact.
More Time for What Matters
Saving time is not just about working faster.
It allows orthodontists to:
- Spend more time with patients
- Refine treatment planning
- Reduce stress and cognitive load
Technology should support clinical thinking — not replace it.
Conclusion
In a typical orthodontic practice performing 10 analyses per week, Ortho-Analyser can save between 75 and 120 hours per year.
By integrating cephalometric analysis, 3D models, and patient data into a single platform, it transforms the diagnostic workflow into a faster and more efficient process.
In the end, saving time means gaining something more valuable: the ability to focus on clinical excellence.