Align Technology, Inc. announces that restorative capabilities are now available on its next generation iTero Lumina™ Intraoral Scanner and new iTero Lumina™ Pro Dental Imaging System.
- Builds on 20+ years of expertise in restorative dentistry and the success of the proprietary iTero Multi-Direct Capture™ technology initially launched in February 2024 for clinical orthodontic needs.
- Powered by iTero Multi-Direct Capture™ technology with 3x larger field of view [1], and maximum capture distance of 25mm [2], designed to scan 2x faster [2] and simplify the capture of challenging areas for dentures, palates, edentulous spaces, and other complex cases.
- Facilitates the capture of all case types and supports highly efficient workflows.
- Superior full jaw clinical accuracy compared to tested intraoral scanners [3] – iTero Lumina™ solutions enable predictable and repeatable first-time restoration fit [4] from single unit crowns to removable prosthetics.
- iTero Lumina™ scans are within accuracy threshold of photogrammetry [11] (the highest standard for prosthetic planning) for full-arch implant restorations [5] – captured in one single scan.
- Outstanding simplicity and highly efficient workflow with capture of single unit crowns to full arch preparations in a single pass.
- iTero Lumina™ solutions offer up to 5 capabilities in one device and one scan.
- Elevated patient experiences thanks to quick and comfortable scanning [9], for exceptional care.
Initially launched in February 2024, the iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner delivers faster scanning speed [2], higher accuracy [3], superior visualization [8], and a more comfortable scanning experience. [9]
The enhanced capabilities of the iTero Lumina solutions provide outstanding scanning experience and performance, optimal for the simplest to the most challenging restorative cases. These capabilities are complemented by simplified restorative workflows that include the capture of single unit dental crowns to full dental arch with multiple preparations in a single pass, with a wave of an iTero Lumina wand.
“An effortless scanning experience with optimized workflows, that simplify patient record taking, and minimize chair time and footprint.”
Practice efficiency and growth
Practice efficiency and growth
- Capture simple to complex cases and extraoral appliances and material in one uninterrupted movement and without the need to scan each individual preparation from multiple preparation cases.
- Experience versatility and efficiency with up to 5 capabilities in one device for less footprint in the practice, designed to reduce maintenance time and cost and enable the full automation of daily tasks from scanning to patient communication and lab collaboration: 1) photorealistic 3D models, 2) HD intraoral camera, 3) aid in interproximal caries detection with NIRI technology [7], 4) photorealistic scans that eliminate the need for intraoral photos for Invisalign® case submission [8] and 5) that are within comparable thresholds of photogrammetry [11], all in one single scan.
- Simplify multiple treatment planning by using previous patient scans for all procedures within the treatment plan. No need to re-scan the patient and add chair time to your workflow.
Exceptional clinical outcomes: Superior clinical accuracy [3]
Exceptional clinical outcomes: Superior clinical accuracy [3]
- Achieve predictable and repeatable first-time restoration fit [5] from single unit crowns to removable prosthetics, thanks to superior full-jaw accuracy compared to tested intraoral scanners [3] and scans that are within accuracy threshold of photogrammetry for full-arch implant restorations [4] – the highest standard for prosthetic planning captured in one single scan.
- Provide comprehensive patient data to your lab at once, including multi-bite and articulation information, to enable the design of optimal restorations and appliances.
Elevated staff and patient experience
Elevated staff and patient experience
- Offer a quick and comfortable experience [9] for patients.
- Increase patient engagement and understanding with a modern and customized experience based on patient-centric views of their oral health condition. [10]
Dr. Karla Soto, GP dentist and Align® Faculty member with a practice in Boca Raton, Florida, added, “The iTero Lumina scanner excels in the traditionally challenging scans with long spans, like full arch implant restorations or even edentulous areas. The amount of data and tissue it can capture is outstanding, making what was once a challenge, an easy, fast, and comfortable procedure for me, my team, and my patients.”
Contact your Align sales rep to find out which iTero Lumina solutions are available in your location.
NOTES
1) Compared to the field of view of the iTero Element™ 5D dental imaging system, when the iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner’s scanning distance is 12 mm. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023.
2) Compared to the iTero Element™ 5D dental imaging system with tolerance AVE=±0.1 operating at a working distance from 0-20 mm. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023.
3) Based on bench testing conducted using ADA/ANSI 132 standard Model simulating “long distance accuracy (full jaw measurement)” in July 2024. Method: Comparative test to evaluate full arch accuracy (global accuracy), repeatability and reproducibility of intraoral scanners as described in ADA standard 132 [2015]; Sample definition: 3 operators performed 30 repetitive scans with each tested scanner.; Sample size: n=90 (3×30) scans for each scanner tested; Tested scanners: iTero Lumina; Trios 5; CS3800; Medit i700; Allied Star; Results: The accuracy of iTero Lumina is significantly higher than that of all 4 other scanners; with a reduction of total error ranging from 0.11% to 0.46%. Accuracy was defined as the accumulated average error + STD of all measurements specified in the standard. Data on file at Align Technology, as of August 26, 2024.
4) Based on bench testing conducted in June 2024 according to ADA/ ANSI 132 standard requirements for long distance full jaw accuracy (average error =0.03% – 0.24% < 0.25%), crown accuracy (average error =0% – 0.9% < 1%) and inlay accuracy specimens (average error =0% – 0.4% < 1%). Data on file at Align Technology, as of August 26, 2024.
5) Based on bench testing conducted in January 2025 according to ISO 20896-2:2023 vs. Ground truth: Imetric icam 4D Photogrammetry system; Sample size: n=10; 5 upper arch model (All-on-6) and 5 lower arch model (All-on-4). Thresholds were defined as Horizontal error <50µm; Vertical error <30µm & Angular deviation < 0.4o.
6) Based on clinical data collected in January 2024 of n=15 subjects who participated in a clinical study with iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner. Data reviewed by Invisalign trained practitioners (Orthodontists and GPs) in conjunction with Align clinical team. Data on File at Align Technology, as of January 31, 2024. Can not be used to imply that intraoral photographs may not be needed for practice patient records.
7) iTero NIRI technology is available on iTero Lumina Pro™ imaging system.
8) For Invisalign record-taking cases only. Based on a survey in September 2023 of n=22 users who participated in a global limited market release, working with iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner for an average period of 6 months, representing both Invisalign trained general practitioners, orthodontists and their staff in NA, EU and APAC, who were presented with a 4 point level of agreement scale from strongly agree to strongly disagree with the following statement: “iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner 3D model’s superior 3D model eliminates the need to take intraoral photos.” and “iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner 3D model’s superior 3D model boosts patient engagement.” *Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023.
9) Compared to iTero Element™ 5D imaging system wand. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023.
10) Based on assessing intraoral topographical images of hard and soft tissues and NIRI images.
11) Based on bench testing conducted in January 2025 according to ISO 20896-2:2023 vs. Ground truth: Imetric icam 4D Photogrammetry system; Sample size: n=10; 5 upper arch model (All-on-6) and 5 lower arch model (All-on-4). Thresholds were defined as Horizontal error <50µm; Vertical error <30µm & Angular deviation < 0.4o. This claim is only relevant to specific markets, not including EU at this stage.