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P-ISSN: 2394-7489, E-ISSN: 2394-7497
ICV 2019: 92.11

2023, Vol. 9 Issue 4, Part C

Specific features of current intraoral scanners: A literature review

AUTHOR(S): Daniel Andrés Pérez Barreto, Lilia Gabriela González Lerma, Patricia García Palencia and Norma Cruz Fierro
ABSTRACT:
Introduction: The precision of data collected by intraoral scanners plays a crucial role in the success of final treatment in today's digital dentistry world.
Objective: This study aimed to compile the most relevant information on different oral scanners in the market, such as their advantages, scanning accuracy, scanning methods, and scanning speed.
Methodology: A search for scientific literature articles was conducted on virtual databases PubMed, Google Academic, and EBSCO. Keywords used in the search included "intraoral scanner," "Digital dentistry," "Digital impression," and "oral scanner accuracy."
Results: The use of intraoral scanners provides dentists with the ability to streamline work, making it more comfortable for patients without compromising impression quality. Accuracy varies depending on the scanner, operator experience, and patient characteristics. Scanning speed is influenced by factors such as environmental light, scanning strategy, and equipment used.
Conclusions: Scanner technology is an indispensable tool in current workflows, aiming to achieve quality work efficiently and comfortably for patients.
Pages: 146-148  |  226 Views  125 Downloads


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How to cite this article:
Daniel Andrés Pérez Barreto, Lilia Gabriela González Lerma, Patricia García Palencia, Norma Cruz Fierro. Specific features of current intraoral scanners: A literature review. Int J Appl Dent Sci 2023;9(4):146-148. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/oral.2023.v9.i4c.1863
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