Recommended Intraoral Scan Paths for Complete Dentures

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Overview: Establish a consistent and repeatable scan path for complete denture cases to reduce chair time and ensure a precise fit for the final appliance.

Lower Edentulous Scan Path

  1. Begin the Occlusal Scan: Start on the occlusal surface of the second molar area and scan the occlusion.

  2. Scan the Anterior Area: Rock the scanner back and forth (labial/lingual) when the scanner reaches the anterior teeth/area.

  3. Complete the Arch: Continue the scan until the second molar on the opposite side of the denture is reached.

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