Dental 3D Oral Scanner: Changing Future Oral Care Technologies
With the continuous advancement of technology, the dental field is also undergoing a revolutionary change. Among them, the emergence of 3D oral scanners is undoubtedly one of the most eye-catching highlights of this transformation.
1.What is a 3D dental scanner?
A 3D oral scanner is an advanced digital imaging device that can quickly and accurately capture three-dimensional images of the patient's oral cavity. It converts the internal structure of the oral cavity into a high-precision digital model by using lasers or optical sensors. These models can be used for diagnosis, treatment planning, and the production of customized dental restorations.
2. Working principle of 3D oral scanner
3D oral scanners typically use the following technologies:
Laser scanning: Using a laser beam to scan the oral surface line by line, the position of each point is calculated based on the reflection time difference, thereby generating a three-dimensional image.
Optical scanning: Using multiple cameras to capture oral images from different angles and synthesizing a three-dimensional model through software algorithms.
Structured light scanning: By projecting specific patterns of light onto the surface of the oral cavity, three-dimensional data is calculated based on the deformation of the light.
3. Characteristics of 3D Oral Scanners
In terms of some key aspects, the following is an analysis of the characteristics of our 3D dental scanner.
High precision and speed: Provides precise scanning with an accuracy of<20 μ m and completes scanning within 40 seconds, improving the efficiency of digital dental workflows.
Comfortable and user-friendly design: The circular scanning head with an entrance height of 1.7cm provides patients with a comfortable experience. The device is also easy to operate and can quickly obtain accurate 3D structures.
Artificial Intelligence and Motion Control: Integrated artificial intelligence technology filters out unnecessary data (such as tongue and lips) to make scanning smoother, while motion control allows the scanner to rotate while avoiding contact during the scanning process.
Instant heating: The scanner has an instant heating function, allowing users to start scanning immediately without waiting for the device to warm up.
Digital workflow compatibility: Compatible with the complete digital workflow from scanning to 3D printing, saving time and improving patient communication.
Orthodontic simulation software: This software includes orthodontic simulation functions, allowing dentists to visualize and simulate orthodontic results, enhancing patient communication and treatment planning.
Technical specifications: Lightweight (270g), compact, USB 3.0 interface, supporting STL, PLY, and OBJ output formats. Best suited for Windows 10 (64 bit), Intel Core i5 8th generation or higher, and requiring a GPU like NVIDIA GTX 1060.
4. Application of 3D oral scanner
Diagnosis and treatment planning
The detailed images provided by 3D oral scanners help doctors diagnose oral diseases more accurately, such as dental caries, periodontal disease, etc. In addition, these images can also be used to develop personalized treatment plans, ensuring maximum treatment effectiveness.
Making dental restorations
The digital models generated by 3D dental scanners can be directly used to make restorations such as dental crowns, bridges, and implants. These restorations not only have high precision, but also have a natural appearance that perfectly matches the patient's original teeth.
Orthodontic treatment
In orthodontic treatment, 3D oral scanners can be used to create transparent braces (such as invisible braces). These braces are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also comfortable to wear, greatly improving the patient's treatment experience.
Oral surgery
The 3D images provided by the 3D oral scanner help doctors make precise surgical planning before surgery, reduce surgical risks, and improve surgical success rates.
5. Future prospects
With the continuous advancement of technology, the functions of 3D oral scanners will become more complete and their application scope will be further expanded. Future 3D oral scanners may integrate more intelligent functions, such as automatically identifying lesion areas and generating treatment recommendations, bringing more convenience and innovation to dental diagnosis and treatment.
