What Is the TRIOS Intraoral Scanner?
The TRIOS intraoral scanner is a small handheld digital scanning tool used to create a detailed 3D model of your teeth and mouth. Instead of using putty-like impression material, the scanner captures images of your teeth and turns them into a digital model.
This technology may be used for:
- Dental crowns
- Dental bridges
- Clear aligners
- Invisalign planning
- Night guards
- Mouth guards
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Dental implant restorations
- Bite evaluations
- Monitoring tooth wear or changes over time
The scan is quick, comfortable, and helpful for both diagnosis and treatment planning.
A Better Experience Than Traditional Impressions
Many patients dislike traditional dental impressions because the material can feel bulky, messy, or uncomfortable. This can be especially difficult for patients with a strong gag reflex or dental anxiety.
The TRIOS intraoral scanner helps make the process easier. The scanner moves around your teeth while capturing digital images, and in many cases, there is no need for impression material at all.
For anxious patients, this can make dental treatment feel less intimidating. Our team will explain what we are doing, help you stay comfortable, and make the process as simple as possible.
Digital Scans That Help You Understand Your Care
One of the benefits of digital scanning is that it can make dental care easier to explain. Instead of only hearing about your teeth, bite, or treatment needs, you may be able to see a detailed digital model of your mouth.
At Hatcher Dental Studio, we use technology to support clear communication. Dr. Stein and our team will explain what the scan shows, why it matters, and how it may help with your treatment plan.
Whether you need a crown, aligners, a night guard, or a second opinion, digital scans can help create a clearer starting point.
Precision for Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
A precise scan can make a difference when planning dental treatment. The TRIOS scanner helps capture the shape and position of your teeth so restorations and appliances can be designed with a better fit.
This can be helpful for patients receiving crowns, bridges, veneers, bonding evaluations, implant restorations, or custom dental appliances. It can also help with smile planning when patients are considering cosmetic improvements.
Our goal is to combine advanced technology with honest guidance, so your treatment feels well-planned from the beginning.
TRIOS Intraoral Scanner Near Sunnyslope and North Mountain
Hatcher Dental Studio is located at 421 W Hatcher Rd #101 in Phoenix, AZ. Our office is convenient for patients in Sunnyslope, North Mountain, North Central Phoenix, Royal Palm, Moon Valley, Greater Mountain View, Manistee Ranch, and nearby neighborhoods.
We are also close to Sunnyslope Community Center, Sunnyslope High School, John C. Lincoln Hospital, I-17 and Dunlap Road, and DeVry University.
Schedule a Dental Visit
If you are looking for a Phoenix dental office that uses modern technology for clearer, more comfortable care, Hatcher Dental Studio is here to help.
Call 602-906-9868 to schedule an appointment.
FAQs
What does the TRIOS intraoral scanner do?
The TRIOS intraoral scanner captures detailed digital images of your teeth and bite to create a 3D model that can be used for diagnosis, treatment planning, and custom dental restorations or appliances.
Is digital scanning more comfortable than traditional impressions?
For many patients, yes. Digital scanning avoids the messy impression material used in traditional molds in many cases, which can be more comfortable for patients with dental anxiety or a sensitive gag reflex.
Does the TRIOS scan hurt?
No. The scan is quick, comfortable, and non-invasive. The scanner simply moves around your teeth to capture digital images.
What treatments can digital scans help with?
Digital scans can help with crowns, bridges, clear aligners, Invisalign, night guards, mouth guards, cosmetic treatment planning, implant restorations, and bite evaluations.
Where can I find a TRIOS intraoral scanner in Phoenix, AZ?
Hatcher Dental Studio uses the TRIOS intraoral scanner at 421 W Hatcher Rd #101 in Phoenix, AZ, near Sunnyslope, North Mountain, and North Central Phoenix.
