Invisalign Treatment Advancement with the New iTero Lumina Scanner
Dr. James Chau is a Dentist practicing in Newport Beach, CA. Dr. Chau specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic... more
Invisalign is a modern orthodontic treatment that uses clear, removable aligners to straighten teeth. The aligners are virtually invisible, comfortable to wear, and can be removed for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. Invisalign is an effective treatment for various orthodontic issues, including crowding, spacing, overbite, underbite, and crossbite.
Accurate and precise digital scans of the teeth and surrounding structures are required for successful Invisalign treatment. Align Technology recently launched its new Invisalign scanner, iTero Lumina, that features a 3x wider field of capture in a 50% smaller wand. Powered by iTero Multi-Direct Capture technology, the iTero Lumina scanner captures more data, delivers excellent scan quality, and produces photorealistic visuals, eliminating the need for intraoral photos.
Compared to other intraoral scanners, the iTero Lumina scanner has a wider field of capture and multi-angled scanning that enables simultaneous capture from multiple angles, allowing the capture of more data in a single uninterrupted movement, resulting in smoother, faster, and more accurate scans. It also has a larger capture distance of up to 25mm, making it easier to scan complex oral regions such as narrow or deep palates, edentulous spaces, and partially erupted teeth with minimal maneuvering.
The iTero Lumina scanner captures more data and greater detail quickly, easily, and accurately while delivering exceptional scan quality and photorealistic 3D models, eliminating the need for bulky digital cameras and cheek retractors required for traditional intraoral photos. It provides an effortless scanning experience that sets a new level of ergonomics and comfort and helps remove adoption and utilization barriers. The scanner delivers a better patient experience with a significantly smaller and lighter wand, which is especially beneficial for young patients.
The iTero Lumina is the next generation of digital scanning technology that sets a new standard for practice performance. Its advanced software enables an effortless, uninterrupted, and flexible scanning experience at 2x the speed. It is 50% smaller for a more comfortable experience for adults, kids, and teens alike. The scanner is available in both cart and mobile configurations on the iTero Plus Series platform.
In conclusion, the iTero Lumina scanner is a game-changer in the field of Invisalign orthodontic treatment. It enables orthodontic practitioners to deliver faster, more accurate, and higher-quality scans, leading to better treatment outcomes and a more comfortable experience for the patient. It is a significant advancement in digital scanning technology that sets a new standard for practice performance and helps orthodontic practitioners stay at the forefront of their field.
