The iTero Element 5D Imaging System combines the cutting-edge technology of the iTero Element portfolio of intraoral scanners, with advanced integrated imaging features, such as NIRI, which aids in interproximal caries detection and clear intra-oral images with the built-in intraoral camera,” said Zelko Relic, Align Technology, CTO and senior vice president, global research and development.

iTero Element 5D Benefits

• No more manual impressions. Manual impressions are uncomfortable, time-consuming, and not always accurate. Digital impressions are fast, easy, and reliable.
• Reduce the need for X-rays. Of course, digital X-rays remain an important tool for us. However, iTero’s ability to help detect hard-to-spot cavities can make X-rays necessary less often. This minimizes our patients’ exposure to radiation.
• Increased patient confidence. Some patients hesitate to commit to Invisalign because they cannot visualize their final results.

“With this new imaging system, doctors can efficiently and effectively scan every patient at every visit and visualize treatment options together that result in more informed decisions for optimum oral care.”

“Diagnosing carious lesions or ‘cavities,’ especially ones that are interproximal or between teeth, can be hampered by numerous factors, including variations in tooth shape and alignment, traditional X-ray film limitations that include variability in exposure levels, poor angulations in image capture or overlapping contacts in the image, and more,” said Dr. Mitra Derakhshan, Align Technology, vice president, global clinical.

“The iTero Element 5D Imaging System aids doctors in detecting and monitoring the progression of interproximal cavities above the gingiva without harmful radiation, thereby helping to ensure that their patients receive even better care.”

Dr. Tim Nolting, a general practitioner from Freudenberg, Germany, who was part of the iTero Element 5D Imaging System limited market release said, “The iTero Element 5D scanner has been a real game-changer and given me a totally new reason to incorporate digital technology in my practice.

Patients value minimally invasive treatment and radiation-free diagnosis. With the addition of the iTero Element 5D System in my diagnostic toolbox, the diagnosis itself is easier to make and since I can show my patients what I am seeing, they understand the situation better and in turn, accept the proposed treatment.”

“The pace of innovation at Align continues to accelerate, and the Element 5D Imaging System expands the iTero portfolio by offering dental professionals a wide range of powerful scanning technology at every price point,” said Yuval Shaked, Align Technology, senior vice president and managing director, iTero Scanners and Services.

“As the leader in digital scanning technology with over 20 years of experience, we understand the nature of platform evolution and how important it is to support our doctors and provide an upgrade path that protects their investment. With iTero Element 5D Imaging System, dental professionals now have the ability to invest in more than an intraoral scanner, thus maximizing opportunities within their dental practice.

The platform nature of iTero Element 5D System makes it easy for dental professionals to upgrade to the latest digital technology when they are ready.”

Align Technology now also offers a web-based platform called MyiTero.com that complements the comprehensive visualization of the iTero Element 5D Imaging System and can be used to set up a prescription before the appointment and review scans with the patient on multiple devices, giving the practice the flexibility to assist more patients with this cutting-edge technology.

MyiTero.com frees up the scanner so the practice can really maximize the utilization of their scanner and the overall investment in the technology.

The direct doctor-lab workflow in limited release: Workflow options that fit doctor-lab needs
Align Technology is continuing to streamline workflows for dentists and labs with the addition of direct doctor-lab workflow. The new workflow will allow the scan to be automatically sent to the doctor’s lab of choice and the doctor can engage with the lab through the MyiTero.com account to determine if the scan is acceptable or if additional information is needed.

This workflow will continue to be supported with on-demand services like iTero modeling and iTero customer milled models, both to iTero Element scanners, that the labs have come to count on. Direct doctor-lab workflow is currently in limited market testing in North America and Europe.

iTero Element 5D Specification

iTero Element 5D brochure

iTero Element 5D user manual

iTero Element 5D Manufacturer Information