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Precision in Practice: Mastering iTero for Digital Impressions and Predictable Outcomes

Course ID: DEN-3020O3
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This 5-hour continuing education course provides dental professionals with both didactic instruction and hands-on training to develop proficiency in using the iTero digital scanning system. Participants will explore the principles of intraoral scanning, understand best practices for patient workflow integration, and practice hands-on scanning techniques under expert supervision. By the end of this course, attendees will be equipped to efficiently utilize iTero for diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient communication.

Course Objectives

Explain how iTero scanning enhances treatment accuracy and patient experience compared to conventional impression-taking.

Describe the step-by-step process of acquiring a digital impression, from patient preparation to final scan submission.

Differentiate between high-quality and low-quality digital impressions, considering aspects such as occlusal clearance, tissue capture, and margin visibility.

Critically evaluate the quality of digital impressions, identifying common scanning artifacts such as stitching errors, incomplete data, and over-scanning.

Identify potential patient-related challenges during scanning (e.g., excessive saliva, tongue interference, limited mouth opening) and propose appropriate solutions.

Justify the selection of digital scanning over traditional impressions in specific clinical cases, considering patient comfort, procedural efficiency, and long-term outcomes.

Critique the efficiency of iTero integration within the dental practice, considering factors such as lab compatibility, patient education, and return on investment.

Construct a troubleshooting guide for common iTero scanning issues, enabling team members to resolve errors efficiently.

Participants will complete a competency assessment where they independently perform a full scan, assess scan quality, and demonstrate corrective actions for errors.

Outline of Instruction

Principles of Intraoral Scanning

Understand Best Practices for Patient Workflow Integration

Practice Hands-on Scanning Techniques Under Expert Supervision