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Dental Tribune International

Thu. 5. September 2024

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BENSHEIM, Germany: Dentsply Sirona has launched Primescan 2, a next-generation intra-oral scanner that introduces a new era of digital patient care, allowing scanning directly to the cloud on any internet-connected device. Cloud-native, wireless and highly versatile, Primescan  2 builds upon the proven scanning technology of Primescan, helping dental practices to expand their treatment offerings, save time in daily workflows and deliver enhanced care and comfort to their patients.

Powered by the DS  Core cloud platform, the new scanner can scan on any internet-connected mobile or desktop device without needing a dedicated computer. Offering improved workflow efficiency and extended treatment capabilities compared with Primescan  AC and Primescan  Connect, Primescan  2 allows practices to expand the services they offer to patients and to grow their business. In addition, improved communication and diagnostic tools help dental professionals deliver a high standard of care and comfort.

Benefits of Primescan  2 for dental practices:

Hardware independence: It is a cloud-native solution operating on any device with an internet browser and enabled DS  Core features.
Versatility: It is wireless and easy to move. With Primescan  2, dental professionals can scan patients anytime, anywhere.
Simple handling: It has a sleek and well-balanced design with a narrower tip, allowing for easier access to molars or distal surfaces.
Fast workflow: A full-arch scan can be taken in less than 1  minute while delivering excellent accuracy.
Ease of delegation: It is easy to delegate the scanning work to other members of the practice team. During treatment, only the affected teeth have to be rescanned.
Always up to date: DS  Core always runs on the latest version, eliminating the need for manual software updates.
Primary storage in the cloud: It reduces the need for additional scan storage costs in the practice.
Reliable hygiene: It offers a comprehensive hygiene concept with a closed design around the field of view, convenient single-use sleeves and an optional multi-use steel sleeve with a sapphire glass window—the launch of which is anticipated in the fourth quarter of this year.

Simon Campion, president and CEO at Dentsply Sirona, commented: “Primescan  2 is more than just an intra-oral scanner—it provides new momentum for dental practices navigating today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Designed with the future in mind, Primescan  2 is transformative in its field, empowering dental professionals to confidently meet the demands of their patients by delivering simplicity, efficiency and versatility.” He added: “This solution not only enhances the patient experience but also supports practice growth. With Primescan  2, we enable our users to stay ahead of the curve, thriving in a dynamic environment while focusing on what truly matters: providing exceptional patient care.”

Delivering versatility and simplicity

Primescan 2 combines the speed, accuracy and ease of use of the original Primescan with new cloud-native capabilities made possible through direct integration with DS  Core. As a cloud-native intra-oral scanner, Primescan  2 allows dental professionals to scan anytime, anywhere—including on visits to hospitals, partner practices or laboratories—using any laptop, computer, tablet or other internet-connected device at hand.

The scan data is automatically processed and stored on DS Core, meaning that patient consultations, laboratory ordering and treatment planning can take place independently on any internet-connected device available. The scanning workflow on DS  Core is intuitive and simple to use, allowing for easy delegation to other members of the practice team so that they can advance together with confidence in this new era of digital patient care. The scanning device is only needed for the scan itself, so it is immediately ready to be used on the next patient after the scan is complete. There is no need for software updates, as these are ready for use with every login to DS  Core, and data can be shared with partners, laboratories or even patients via DS  Core.

“Primescan  2 is a lot more than a wireless scanner; it’s all I need to scan every patient,” explained Dr Marko Ahonen, dentist and beta-tester from Hämeenlinna in Finland. He continued: “Not only can I use it anywhere in my practice without being tied to a specific computer, but I can also confidently apply it to a wide range of treatments, from basic restorative cases to more complex interventions and specialised procedures.”

Opportunities for practice growth and high case acceptance

The new intra-oral scanner is an excellent way to start a broad range of treatments and reliably delivers highly accurate scan data for great patient outcomes. Primescan  2 creates excellent conditions for patient communication and treatment acceptance, especially for more complex cases such as implant treatments. DS  Core’s communication canvas allows the oral situation and treatment proposal to be clearly displayed side by side and explained using all necessary files, including scans, radiographs and intra-oral images.

With the use of the SureSmile Simulator, dentists can preview the potential new smile of a patient in just minutes to visually demonstrate the scope of treatment, fostering confident treatment decisions. Additionally, there are even more possibilities for practices to expand patient services and help grow their business with Primescan  2. It can be an excellent starting point for in-house fabrication using the CEREC workflow or with a 3D printer such as Primeprint Solution. Scanning, design and fabrication are all decoupled from one another to offer great flexibility in practice workflows.

Enhanced patient care and thorough hygiene

The size and outer shape of the scanner tip have been redesigned for Primescan  2, making intra-oral scanning even more comfortable for patients and helping dental professionals easily scan molars and difficult-to-reach distal surfaces.

Intra-oral scanners must meet the highest hygiene standards. While Primescan already fulfils these, Primescan  2 comes with single-use closed sleeves for a high level of ease of use, scanning performance and hygiene, and the multi-use steel closed sleeve will soon be available. To support hygienic and ergonomic usage, Primescan  2 also has a tapping sensor, allowing users to start and end the scanning process, change catalogues and switch from 3D to 2D images with just a tap of the finger.

“With Primescan  2, we [have introduced] a new era of digital patient care,” said Max Milz, group vice president of connected technology solutions at Dentsply Sirona. “Celebrating a milestone in digital dentistry, our latest innovation is the world’s first cloud-native intra-oral scanning solution. As we strive for a future centred around DS  Core, this innovative technology serves as a testament to our commitment to fostering the digital universe of dentistry. By empowering dental professionals to enhance their skills with confidence, we’re driving transformative change for a healthy future,” Milz continued.

Représentants de la presse mondiale lors du lancement de Primescan 2 à Bensheim. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)

Max Milz, vice-président du groupe des solutions technologiques connectées chez Dentsply Sirona, remet un appareil Primescan 2 au Dr Shivi Gupta, un leader d'opinion qui exerce à San Diego en Californie. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)

Niels Plate est responsable de la recherche et du développement d'équipements et de la gestion des lancements chez Dentsply Sirona. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)

Primescan 2 est le tout premier scanner intra-oral basé sur le cloud. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)

Les lunettes de soleil étaient obligatoires alors que les participants se préparaient à boucler leur ceinture. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)

L'événement de lancement a emmené les participants dans le passé et vers le futur, afin de situer Primescan 2 dans l'évolution des technologies dentaires. (Photo : Dentsply Sirona)