Overview: This article provides a comprehensive overview of the optional scanning and review tools available within Chairside to optimize your digital ordering process.
Manage Tools During the Scanning Process
Use these tools while actively capturing scans to refine data and improve diagnostic records.
Trim Scan Data
The Trim tool allows you to remove unnecessary sections from scans or adjust the prep area.
Procedure: Select the Trim tool and highlight the areas of the scan you wish to remove.
Important Note: If you trim an area that was previously locked, that area will unlock and require a rescan.
Lock Scan Areas
The Lock tool prevents updates to specific areas of the scan during further scanning.
Use Case: This tool is useful for stabilizing retracted gingiva immediately after scanning to prevent tissue collapse.
Procedure: "Paint" the specific area on the scan that needs to remain unchanged.
Capture Intraoral Photos
The Photo tool captures high-quality intraoral images for diagnosis and records.
Select the Photo tool.
Tap the scanner button to activate the tool.
Ensure the reticle box is green; if the reticle is red, the system will not capture a photo.
Tap the scanner button again to take the photo.
Select Done to exit HD photo mode.
To download, navigate to the Patients tab, locate the case, select the Three Dots menu, and choose Download Photos and Videos.
Capture HD Video
The HD Video tool records intraoral video for up to 10 seconds.
Procedure: Tap the scanner button to start recording; tap it again to stop manually.
Zoom for High Detail
The Zoom tool enhances scan resolution in critical areas, such as the prep margins.
Benefit: Increases the detail captured for a finer resolution in the selected areas.
Swap Arches
The Swap Arches tool moves scan data between the upper and lower arches if they were mistakenly assigned to the wrong category.
Manage Tools During the Review Tab
These tools become available once all scans are completed and you have moved to the Review tab.
Trace Margins
The Margin tool outlines prep edges to ensure a precise fit and aesthetics.
Procedure: Click to add points along the prep edge and drag the points to adjust.
Tip: Use Stone mode (described below) to improve the visibility of the margin during tracing.
Detect Undercuts
The Undercut tool sets the insertion direction to identify potential fit issues.
Procedure: Ensure the occlusal surface and margins are visible, then click Set Direction.
Interpretation: Shaded areas on the model indicate an undercut.
Check Occlusal Clearance
The Clearance tool ensures sufficient space exists for the restoration.
Ideal Clearance: Ensure there is at least 1mm of clearance.
Visual Indicators: Look for yellow or red spots on the prep area.
Adjustment: Use the up and down arrows within the tool to adjust the color scale for measurements.
Use Stone Mode
The Stone tool changes the 3D model view to a uniform stone color, which is available in both the Scanning and Review tabs.
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