iTero Impressionless Scanning
The Future of Orthodontics – Today
An accurate impression is essential for effective treatment planning and orthodontic care. The iOC Scanner captures the contours of tooth and gingival structures, producing an accurate digital orthodontic scan in just minutes.
Benefits of teeth scanning
- ELIMINATES IMPRESSIONS, the most invasive procedure in daily orthodontic care.
- SUPERIOR ACCURACY with no distortion from patient movement during set, removal of impression, or disinfection.
- ONSCREEN VISUALIZATION allows for immediate adjustment to create the ideal orthodontic scan the first time.
- INCREASED PATIENT COMFORT by eliminating the goop and gagging with traditional impressions.
- SINGLE USE IMAGING SHIELD to ensure maximum cleanliness.
The teeth scanning process
Step 1: Scanning
The orthodontic assistant scans the patient‘s dentition and palatal area if required. Our Exclusive Invisalign Integration allows you to scan patients for Invisalign® services.
Step 2: Immediate Visualization
Model builds in real-time providing immediate feedback for patient and parent consultation.
Step 3: Digital Impression Review
The doctor reviews the 3D digital impression for optimal treatment planning.
Step 4a: Invisalign Patients
The scanning data are used for fabrication of your Invisalign aligners, with a significant reduction in fabrication time and superior fit.
Step 4b: Bonding Appointment
If proceeding with braces the doctor orders a custom set of bonding trays, for quick and accurate placement of the brackets.
