The Intraoral Scanner

The Digital Impression

 

The first scanner we tried was in 2015 the trios 1 from 3 shape, and from there, we immediately saw the potential of this machine.

Intraoral scanning has revolutionized how we capture data for implant-supported restorations. With a handheld device, we create a 3D digital replica of the patient’s mouth in real time — capturing not only the teeth and soft tissue but also implant positions with pinpoint accuracy.

 

We were involved in the primary launch of the first scanners in 2015 and since then we witnessed the boom and the technological development of scanners

 

For us there are unique Benefits of Digital Impressions for Implants

 

• Unmatched Precision: Digital impressions eliminate common errors like distortion, bubbles, or tearing associated with conventional materials.

 

• Greater Patient Comfort: No more messy impression trays — the scanning process is quick, clean, and non-invasive.

 

• Improved Accuracy for Implant Restorations: Using scan bodies and digital markers, we can accurately capture implant position and angulation, ensuring a perfect fit for abutments and prosthetics.

 

• Faster Turnaround: Digital files are instantly sent to the lab or in-house design software, reducing fabrication time and allowing for quicker delivery of final restorations.

 

• Enhanced Communication: Digital scans can be shared instantly with specialists and dental technicians, improving collaboration and treatment planning.

 

IAD Lisbon’s Workflow for Implant Impressions

 

At IAD Lisbon, we combine intraoral scanning with advanced planning tools and digital manufacturing to streamline every step of the implant process:

 

1. Scan: A detailed intraoral scan is taken using a high-resolution scanner, capturing both soft tissue and implant positions.

 

2. Design: The scan is used to design custom abutments and final restorations digitally, taking esthetics and function into account.

3. Print or Mill: The design is sent to the lab for production — or fabricated in-house using our CAD/CAM or 3D printing technology.

 

4. Fit & Finish: The final prosthetic fits with high precision, reducing the need for adjustments and enhancing long-term success.

 

Delivering Digital Excellence

 

By adopting intraoral scanning and digital impression techniques, IAD Lisbon is able to offer a fully digital implant experience — combining comfort, efficiency, and clinical precision.

 

Whether you’re receiving a single implant or a full-arch restoration, our digital approach ensures that every detail is captured, every component fits perfectly, and your final result looks and feels natural.

 

Here are some of the scanners that we use in the clinic 

 

🔍 Highlights

• DEXIS IS 3800W: Offers wireless scanning with a lightweight design, suitable for general dental practices seeking mobility and ease of use. We use this scanner with the Spark workflow , digital aligners , the orthodontic team loves it