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TRIOS 5 Intraoral Scanner

Digital scanning technology used to create three-dimensional records of teeth and oral structures when appropriate.

A dental professional using a TRIOS 5 intraoral scanner

A digital alternative for selected records

TRIOS 5 is an intraoral scanner that captures a series of images for software to combine into a three-dimensional representation of teeth and nearby structures.

How a scan may be used

Depending on the treatment and clinical need, digital scans may support restorative design, implant-restoration planning, orthodontic records, communication with a dental laboratory, or discussion of findings with a patient.

The scanner does not replace every examination, diagnostic image, or conventional impression. The clinician determines which records are appropriate for an individual case.

Technology in context

Digital records can support planning and communication, but they do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Ask the practice how scanning may apply to a particular visit or treatment plan.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is a TRIOS 5 intraoral scan?

A TRIOS 5 scan captures a series of images inside the mouth and combines them into a three-dimensional digital model of the teeth and nearby structures.

Can TRIOS 5 replace traditional dental impressions?

It can replace conventional impression trays for many procedures, but not every case. The dentist will determine which type of record is appropriate for your treatment.

How long does an intraoral scan take?

A full-arch scan typically takes only a few minutes, although the exact time varies with access, moisture control, and the treatment being planned.

What treatments can a TRIOS 5 scan support?

Digital scans may support crowns, bridges, implant restorations, clear aligner planning, other restorative or orthodontic care, and communication with dental laboratories.

Does an intraoral scan replace dental X-rays?

No. An intraoral scan records the visible surfaces of teeth and nearby structures; it does not replace diagnostic X-rays or a clinical examination when those are needed.

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