Populating Anatomy and Pontic Library

To populate an empty Anatomy and Pontic library or modify an existing one, you can either scan a model or import a scanned model.

Scanning a Model

Step 1: Open "Dental System Control Panel".

Step 2: Select "Anatomy Elements". 

Step 3: Select "ScanIt Library".

Step 4: Click "Scan Crown Library".

Alternatively:

Step 1: Open "Dental System Control Panel".

Step 2: Select "Anatomy Elements".

Step 3: Select "Anatomy and Pontic Libraries".

Step 4: Select the library from the list.

Step 5: Click "Scan Library Models".

Step 6: Select the library from the list if it is not already selected.

Step 7: Select the tooth to scan.

Step 8: Optionally select "Mirror Tooth" to save the mirrored contralateral tooth.

Step 9: Click "OK".

Before scanning, ensure that the scanning height is configured in "File" > "Scan Settings".

Step 10: Insert the model into the scanner.

Step 11: Click "Next" to start scanning.

Step 12: After scanning, prepare the model scan.

Importing a Model

You can import a scanned model using one of the following methods.

From ScanIt Library

Step 1: Open "Dental System Control Panel".

Step 2: Select "Anatomy Elements".

Step 3: Select "ScanIt Library".

Step 4: Click "Open Crown Library".

From Anatomy and Pontic Libraries

Step 1: Open "Dental System Control Panel".

Step 2: Select "Anatomy Elements".

Step 3: Select "Anatomy and Pontic Libraries".

Step 4: Select the library from the list.

Step 5: Click "Edit Library Models".  Library Models".

This opens the Scan Library window in ScanIt Library.

To populate the library:

Step 6: Select a tooth in the tooth map.

Step 7: When prompted, click "Yes" to import the corresponding model.

Step 8: Browse to the required file and import it.

Step 9: Prepare the imported scan using the ScanIt Library tools. library button.

Preparing the Model

Cut the Model Bottom

Step 1: Define the bottom boundary by placing boundary points around the base of the model.

Step 2: Click "Apply".

Step 3: Click "OK" to continue.

Transform the Scan

Step 1: Use the double-sided arrows to position the scan in the appropriate coordinate system.

Step 2: Click "OK" to continue.

Scale the Scan

Step 1: Select the appropriate scale factor.

Step 2: Scale the model to its actual size.

Step 3: Click "OK".

Step 4: Click "Next" to continue.

The black box indicates the model's actual size.

Remove Artifacts

Step 1: Use the "Remove Artifacts" tool to remove unwanted elements from the scan.

Step 2: Use the wax knife tool to add or remove material as required.

Step 3: Click "OK" to continue.

Add a Lower Boundary and Morph Points

To use automatic crown design initialization in Dental Designer, a lower boundary and morph points must be added to the scan.

Step 1: Add the lower boundary using the same method used to define the bottom boundary.

Step 2: Add the requested characteristic points as prompted.

The characteristic points identify the following tooth surface zones:

• Cusp
• Groove
• Occlusal contact point
• Vestibular zone

As the required points are added, they are marked with check marks.

Optionally, you can create custom point groups by clicking "New".

Step 3: Click "OK" after all required morph points have been added.

Step 4: Click "OK" to complete the model population process.

Contact 3Shape Support if you have any further questions.
 
For full information on correct usage consult the official Safety and Setup Guide and the most current Manual.