Overview: Use the Chairside image count tool to monitor 3D image volume and maintain optimal scanning speed and file stability.
Understand Scan Image Counts
The image count tool displays the total number of 3D images captured during a single scanning session. Keeping the image count as low as possible ensures the scanning process remains smooth and prevents software lag. High image counts significantly increase scan file size, slowing both the scanner and the Chairside software.
Locate the Image Count Tool
Users can find information regarding scan image counts within the Chairside interface.
Open the Chairside scanning screen.
Navigate to the right sidebar.
Select the question mark symbol (?) to view the current scan image count and related details.
Recommended Image Count Ranges
Optimal image counts vary based on the specific dental case being scanned. Following these ranges helps ensure scan files are processed correctly without errors.
| Case Type | Recommended Image Count |
|---|---|
| Single-unit posterior crown | 2,000 – 3,000 images |
| Full arch scan (360 scans for denture/wax rim) | 5,000 – 8,000 images |
| Full arch edentulous scan | Expected to be higher than 3,000 |
| Full arch prep or scan body | Expected to be higher than 3,000 |
Performance Risks
A single scan that exceeds a 6,000 image count (for non-denture cases) carries a high risk of failing to process correctly. Users should monitor the image count tool frequently to ensure the software maintains a stable connection and fast data processing.
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