Dr. DiTolla’s Clinical Tips – IOS FastScan®

January 31, 2011
IOS FastScan®

PRODUCT:
IOS FastScan®

SOURCE:
IOS Technologies Inc.
San Diego, Calif.
858-202-3360
ios3d.com

I will readily admit that digital impressions are the future of dentistry. But as of today, the ROI of digital systems leaves a lot to be desired. Enter IOS FastScan®. Glidewell Laboratories has been the main clinical testing facility for IOS Technologies’ IOS FastScan, and I have spent a lot of time with it in my hands over the last three years. Besides the fact that it might be the fastest scanner for digital impressions, I think ROI will be the feature dentists love most. For any monolithic IPS e.max® or BruxZir® IOS FastScan digital file you send to the lab, you will save $27 — that’s comprised of $7 savings on inbound shipping, $10 savings on impression material, and $10 off the restoration list price because it can be digitally fabricated without making a model. No other scanning system gives you the ability to save this much on every crown you scan. In fact, many digital systems actually cost you more.