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Digital dentistry should improve your day-to-day work. We advance and connect clinics and labs, helping them deliver improved patient experiences.
The future with 3Shape
Why we believe in technology that empowers. And how we bring professionals together to use that technology to unlock opportunities in digital dentistry.
Our belief
We believe that every clinic and lab should have access to intuitive technology that empowers you to confidently meet – and then exceed – patient expectations. By advancing technologies and connecting dental professionals with flexible options that help you work as one, 3Shape facilitates better outcomes and experiences for all.
Our commitment
We are passionate about enabling you to unlock and benefit from digital dentistry opportunities. We bring dentists and technicians together to deliver the best possible patient experience. We do this with state-of-the-art, beautifully designed, simple-to-use products. We advance dentistry by unlocking the way professionals work together.
“Imagine if everything digital in your clinic was designed to work together. And if it also worked seamlessly with your partners outside of the clinic. Labs and clinics smoothly working as one.
This is what drives 3Shape – providing cutting-edge technology that is so integrated and simple to use, it lets everyone focus on what matters most. The patient.”
Jakob Just-Bomholt, CEO
3Shape in numbers
Today, 3Shape employees serve customers in over 100 countries from 3Shape offices around the world. We are headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, and have offices for development, production and support in Kyiv, Ukraine and Szscezin, Poland.
employees spread across 5 continents
Scans made on average each day
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Our story
The 3Shape story began in 2000, with two people determined to unlock opportunities in 3D digital technology.
We started with scanning for the hearing industry, and now lead digital dentistry with ground-breaking, award-winning 3D scanners and software for clinic and lab. Our mission has never faltered. We still advance and connect medical professionals to create better patient experiences.
2000 | A revolutionary idea is born…
Two graduate students, Tais and Nikolaj, share a passion for 3D technology. Together, they team up to win an entrepreneurship prize. They create a scanner and software that radically changes the hearing aid industry. At the same time, the digital world begins taking (3)shape.
2005 | Taking a bite of the dental industry
If you can scan an earmold, you can scan a dental model. That logic sparks 3Shape’s very first dental lab scanner and software, and many more to come over the years.
2011 | 3Shape TRIOS - a revolution in intraoral scanning
By 2011, 3Shape is firmly established as a CAD/CAM leader for laboratories.
We take our scanning expertise and create an intraoral scanner for practices: TRIOS®. It quickly wins critical acclaim and the dental industry’s Cellerant “Best in Class Award” for digital impression solutions – and every year since!
"Everyone knows the saying 'A company’s strongest asset is its people’. But what type of people work at 3Shape?
We are a team invested in using our skills and talents to help others – advancing and connecting, together, is in our DNA. Our company mission matters. Through it we build a rewarding employee experience.
The result is empowered teams, great employee engagement, and award-winning work, year after year."
Pernille Riis Johansen, Vice President and Head of People & Organization
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The Top Intraoral Dental 3D Scanners on the Market
Published on July 1, 2021 by Madeleine P.
It is no secret that 3D technologies, and especially 3D scanners are becoming increasingly important in the dental sector.
Recently, we covered the top dental lab 3D scanners, larger scanners that are used, as the name suggests, by dental labs to make the appliances from a premade impression. Though these are still probably the most popular scanners for 3D printing in the dental industry due to their greater accuracy, there is another type of dental scanner that we would be remiss to not cover: intraoral scanners. Intraoral dental 3D scanners are small handheld scanners that go directly into the patient’s mouth to examine the inside as well as to scan the teeth directly. They are significantly faster than impressions as the scans can be processed immediately, meaning they can be used to skip the impression stage. To help understand the options available to users, we have compiled a list of the available intraoral 3D scanners on the market in alphabetical order.
AORALSCAN from Shining 3D
The AORALSCAN is the intraoral dental 3D scanner offering from well-known 3D digitizing and AM technologies company Shining 3D.
According to the manufacturing, the AORALSCAN is notable for its easy operation as well as its intelligent scan (a self-developed scanning software that integrates rich data processing functions for higher-quality digital impression) and realistic color. Additionally, it is powderless, meaning that there is a simplified process and improved patience experience. Data optimization is the main draw for this intraoral scanner, with AI helping to identify and delete extraneous data. Scanning is video-based with a speed of 15fps. Ideal operation will occur between 50°F – 104°F (10°C – 40°C) with Shining 3D warning that accuracy will be affected outside of those ranges. The scans can be exported as both STL and OBJ files.
CERECT PRIMESCAN from Dentsply Sirona
Dentsply Sirona is the industry-leading manufacturer of dental products.
The company’s product range also includes the CEREC Primescan, which is one of the most innovative intraoral scanners on the market. The device is capable of processing more than 1 million 3D points per second – at depths of up to 20 mm. Dentists are said to be able to easily digitize hard-to-reach areas with the CEREC Primescan. The Primescan comes with a variety of sleeves, including autoclavable and disposable sleeves, which are said to ensure hygienic handling. An integrated touchscreen and touchpad guarantee easy operation. Thanks to the intelligent software, up to 50,000 images per second can be processed and, in combination with the CEREC software, an automated workflow is achieved, which makes it possible, for example, to produce full-zirconium restorations in just one session. According to the manufacturer, dentists will thus benefit from a complete chairside workflow.
CS 3600 by Carestream Dental
American manufacturer Carestream Dental has developed a whole workflow around 3D scanning in the dental field, whether via desktop, intra-oral scanners or dedicated software.
The model we are interested in is the CS 3600 intra-oral 3D scanner: on the market since 2016, it is a solution that can digitize all the data of a patient quickly and efficiently. Only weighing 325 grams (about 11.5oz), the scanner is very easy to handle. The CS 3600 uses an LED light and has a field of view of 13 x 13 mm. Two tips are offered with the scanner; depending on your needs, you can change them very easily. Finally, the intraoral scanner works with the CS Model software that will allow you to create digital models, save your 3D scans and edit them.
Condor Intraoral Scanner
Founded in 2010, Belgian company Condor Technologies NV specializes in the development, production and distribution of its intraoral scanner called Condor. According to the manufacturer, the Condor stands out from other intraoral scanners on the market: it has a unique software-based technology that enables hyper-realistic colors and a small size.
In fact, it is said to be the world’s smallest intraoral scanner, which is also available at an affordable price. Last but not least, the continuously improved software is available free of charge.
Emerald S from Planmeca
Founded in 1969, Planmeca is a Finnish dental equipment manufacturer that offers 3D scanners, CAD solutions and software. The model we are interested in today is the Planmeca Emerald S, an enhanced version of the Planmeca Emerald intraoral scanner. Compact and weighing only 229 g, the Planmeca Emerald S has been designed to be ergonomic and thus fit in users’ hands. Equipped with red, green and blue lasers, the 3D scanner captures prints in realistic colors. According to the manufacturer, it can scan a full arch in less than a minute. Finally, the Planmeca Emerald S comes with additional tips: the SlimLine tip, which is thinner and designed to facilitate access to posterior teeth, while the Cariosity transillumination tip is designed to detect caries.
iTero Element 2 from Align
The next intraoral dental 3D scanner on our list is the iTero® element™ from the global dental company Align. The iTero® element™is two formats are available: a mobile version, the iTero® element™ 2, and a stationary unit, the iTero® element™ Flex 2. Within just 60 seconds, Align’s devices can produce a sharp, high-resolution 3D scan of a complete dental arch. Integrated side buttons and a touchpad for user interface control enhance handling and ease of use.
Medit i700 from Medit
The Medit i700 is one of the most recent intraoral dental 3D scanners to enter the market, in fact, it was just launched in April of this year, 2021.
It stands out for making the scanning experience more comfortable for both the dentist and the patient. Compared to its predecessor, the Medit i500, the i700 is 25% smaller and 12% lighter (245g). In addition, the 3D scanning speed is up to twice as fast and features a deeper scanning depth as well as a quadrupled color expression quality. It also integrates full-arc accuracy of 11 microns, which is key to unlocking the full potential of a clinic. Its ease of use and ergonomics make it easy to incorporate the Medit i700 scanner into any dental workflow.
TRIOS 4 by 3Shape
3Shape is another well-known scanner manufacturer in the dental industry. Though they have lab options, their intraoral scanner line is often mentioned as one of the best in the sector. The TRIOS series is made up of 3 intraoral scanners: TRIOS 4; TRIOS 3; and TRIOS 3 Basic.
TRIOS 4 is the most advanced offering from the company, using LED light and weighing only .8lbs (375g). Furthermore, it has a variety of interesting features, it is available in both wireless and wired forms, boasts improved Wi-Fi connection and has instant-heat smart tips and extended battery life. It also has Caries diagnostic aid, though note that this has not yet been cleared for clinical use by the FDA.
Virtuo Vivo from Dental Wings
Dental Wings was founded in 2007 in Canada and now markets its dental products in 70 countries for practitioners, clinicians and laboratories. Among its range of solutions is the Virtuo Vivo intraoral scanner, which is reminiscent of a pen – it is also lightweight at 4.6oz (130g). It is able to scan the data of the patient’s mouth from all angles, both teeth and tissues. The scanner is equipped with a luminescent ring and a sound signal system to warn the practitioner that the data has been digitized. The data is then sent to the 3D software, which verifies its quality.
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Benefits of 3D Scanners | What tasks does 3D scanning solve | Criteria for choosing a 3D scanner | Professional 3D scanning for fast and efficient production solutions nine0005
Modern 3D scanners have a wide range of features and a variety of functionality. They are used everywhere - in manufacturing, construction, education, the entertainment industry and are used even in everyday life. In order to choose the scanner that suits your needs, there are a number of aspects to consider, which we will discuss in this article.
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3D Scanners What is a 3D scanner? This is a device designed to quickly analyze a physical object and create its accurate 3D computer model.
The principle of its operation is based on calculating the distance to the object using two cameras. In addition to the cameras, a backlight is used - LED or laser.
3D scanners are classified both according to their form of execution (stationary and portable) and according to the areas of use, mainly divided into professional and household. nine0005
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3D scanners make it possible to significantly reduce the time and costs at the development stage, improve the quality of products and, ultimately, speed up the release of the product to the market. They can be used at any stage of product lifecycle management and will help to optimize the production process of enterprises in various industries, including: nine0005
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- mechanical engineering,
- aerospace industry,
- oil and gas industry,
- shipbuilding,
- building and architecture,
- arts and culture,
- medicine,
- jewelry,
- science and education.
3D scanning devices remove many of the limitations of traditional measuring equipment. Such tools familiar to the metrologist as templates, micrometers, calipers are inexpensive, but they are characterized by subjective readings and are not suitable for complex measurements. Coordinate measuring machines are more accurate than 3D scanners, but they are more expensive, larger, and require specialized operator training. nine0005
Optical inspection systems, which include 3D scanners, are the best solution in terms of price and quality, as they provide:
- measurement speed,
- high accuracy of digitizing objects of complex geometry,
- can work autonomously,
- are easy to operate.
Thanks to a 3D scanner, the work of a designer, technologist, and constructor is greatly facilitated: the performance of time-consuming complex measurements and the creation of a design from scratch are a thing of the past.
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What tasks does 3D scanning solve
- Quality control: the ability to check any geometric parameters, including input and output control, metrological control of parts and production equipment.
- Reverse engineering of products for prompt receipt of project documentation and product upgrades.
- Design and simulation for the purpose of prototyping and evaluation of the appearance of products, modernization of production facilities and equipment. nine0194
- Digital archiving of any required assortment (eg discontinued parts). Models stored in digital libraries are available remotely from anywhere in the world.
Selection criteria for 3D scanner
The main criterion is scanning accuracy . High-precision devices (10-30 microns) will help to get a phenomenal result: they are able to transfer the most complex surface geometry into 3D with minimal errors. Such 3D scanners are used in reverse engineering, quality control, medicine, and are used to digitize molds, device parts, etc.
3D scanners with an accuracy of 30–100 engineering. nine0005
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When choosing a 3D scanner, you should also take into account resolution (detail) , i.e. the degree of discreteness that is available when digitizing an object. The highest level of detail allows you to display the smallest elements in the 3D model.
Р the size of the scanned objects and, accordingly, the mobility of the 3D scanner directly depend on the type of device that you select. When digitizing parts and objects of small and medium parameters, hand-held scanners are usually used. Stationary scanners are suitable for capturing complex small and medium-sized products with small details. Scanning of large objects (buildings, structures, communications) is performed using ground-based laser devices (range finders).
When studying the functionality of 3D scanners, pay attention to such points as the conditions of use, scanning speed, the surface of the scanned object, and color.
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Please note that the next step after scanning is to obtain and further work with the CAD model, and for this you will need specialized software.
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- Portable devices for metrological 3D measurements from ZG Technology (China). The line includes a wide range of instruments, from an affordable handheld 3D scanner to a powerful optical tracking measurement system, as well as photogrammetry and portable CMM. ZG's unique strengths include the world's first handheld MarvelScan solution with three cameras for markless laser scanning and tracker, and proprietary instant hole capture technology. ZG Technology 3D scanners provide measurement speed up to 1 million 350 thousand points per second and accuracy up to 0.
01 mm. nine0194 - Stationary Russian-made RangeVision PRO 3D optical scanner is an industrial metrology solution available to companies of any level. The device is designed to digitize objects from 1 mm to 5 m and offers the highest level of accuracy (up to 0.018 mm) and 3D resolution (up to 0.04 mm). This is the first domestic 3D scanner approved by the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology as a type of measuring instrument.
- Creaform handheld 3D scanners for digitizing products ranging in size from a few centimeters to 6 meters. The Go!SCAN series devices (including the latest Go!SCAN SPARK) are based on structured illumination technology; HandySCAN 3D and MetraSCAN 3D are laser devices that are certified industrial grade metrology tools. The new generation MetraSCAN BLACK|Elite model is the fastest handheld 3D laser scanner on the market (1.
8 million measurements per second). The volumetric accuracy that Creaform technology can provide is up to 80 microns per 16 cc. m. - Creaform also produces 3D scanners and software under the peel 3d brand, combining affordability, ease of use and high quality. The line is designed to solve the problems of reverse engineering and digitalization of objects in such areas as art, preservation of cultural values, consumer goods, science and education, human body scanning. Peel 3d devices are capable of measuring objects from 0.3 to 3 m with an accuracy of 0.1 mm.
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- Solutionix fixed optical 3D scanners for small objects (10-500 mm) with many small parts. Allow to receive an error less than 8 microns.
- FARO Focus 3D geodetic laser scanners perform fast and accurate scanning of large objects, complex structures, premises and landscapes. They operate in the range from 0.6 to 350 m, they are distinguished by increased accuracy, ease of operation and the ability to operate in the most difficult environmental conditions.
nine0194 - EPiC budget 3D terrestrial laser scanners are based on the principles of simplicity, convenience and affordability. Their main advantages are super light weight, high shooting speed (from 30 to 90 seconds), 360-degree panoramic camera and the ability to control from a mobile device.
Many of the above scanners are included in the register of measuring instruments of the Russian Federation and have the appropriate certificates.
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A variety of 3D scanning devices on the market will allow you to choose exactly the model that is needed for solving specific problems. The price range is also wide: from simple devices costing up to $500 to high-precision professional 3D scanners costing tens and even hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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