SCE-DENT: PALM DENTAL PHOTOGRAMMETRY SCANNER
The PALM Dental Photogrammetry Scanner is a high-precision dental implant position capture system that uses extraoral photogrammetry to quickly and accurately record the spatial locations of implant abutments for digital prosthetic workflows. It’s designed to make digital impressions faster, more comfortable for patients, and more efficient than conventional physical impression techniques.
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Description
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Specifications
PALM is an innovative dental photogrammetry device that streamlines the digital impression process for implant dentistry. Instead of traditional putty impressions or intraoral scanning alone, PALM uses a high-speed, high-resolution infrared camera coupled with photogrammetry algorithms to identify specially designed markers (Palmarks) attached to implant abutments. This enables clinicians to capture accurate 3D implant position data in approximately 10 seconds, significantly reducing chair time and patient discomfort.
The system supports compatibility with 20+ implant brands, and its lightweight, compact design makes it easy to handle in clinical settings. The captured data can be exported for use in CAD/CAM software for prosthesis design, making PALM suitable for immediate loading and digital implant workflows.
Accuracy & Performance
Minimum scanning accuracy: ~5 µm (micrometers) – extremely high resolution for implant position capture.
Scan speed: Full capture typically in ~10 seconds.
Scanning Hardware
High-resolution infrared imaging system for reliable photogrammetric capture.
Micro Palmark and Palmcap accessories for secure and comfortable attachment to implants.
Software & Data Output
Compatible with Windows PC systems for image processing and data export. Recommended configuration includes newer Intel® CPUs, dedicated GPU, and adequate RAM/storage.
Exportable 3D implant position data suitable for CAD/CAM systems (e.g., STL format).
Compatibility
Works with 20+ implant brands and can be tailored to custom implant interfaces.
Ergonomics & Use
Compact and lightweight design allows easy handling in the clinical environment.
Designed to function reliably with standard sterilization protocols for dental tools.
Key features
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High-Precision Photogrammetry
- Delivers accuracy down to 5 micrometers, ensuring precise implant position capture.
- Uses a high-speed, high-resolution infrared camera optimized for reliable performance even under varying light conditions.
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Fast Clinical Workflow
- Captures implant positions in ~10 seconds, reducing overall chair time.
- Simplifies clinical procedures compared with traditional analog impressions.
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Patient Comfort & Efficiency
- Minimizes patient discomfort associated with physical molds.
- Smaller scanning components (Micro Palmark and Palmcap) are designed for easier oral placement and patient comfort.
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Broad Implant Compatibility
- Fully compatible with more than 20 implant systems, with custom composite abutment interfaces available for different brands.
- Maintains accurate scanning even after sterilization at high temperature and pressure.
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Digital Workflow Integration
- Exportable implant position data can be used in CAD design workflows for prosthesis fabrication.
- Can be combined with intraoral scanning to integrate soft-tissue and occlusal data.