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Workflow for Edentulous Scanning Step-by-Step: How to Achieve Accurate Results

March 31, 2026 by
ELDO s.r.l., Lo Russo Retractors - Team
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Operational Instructions for Intraoral Scanning of Edentulous Areas to Achieve Accurate Results

Introduction

The intraoral scanning of edentulous arches requires a precise workflow to ensure accuracy and predictability.

Sequence errors, access issues, or tissue stability can compromise the final result.

👉 To understand the clinical principles behind the process, refer to the guide on intraoral scanning of edentulous arches.

Step 1 – Preparation of the Scanning Field

Before starting, it is essential to:

  • ensure complete visibility

  • check moisture and saliva

  • properly position the patient

👉 Preparation is essential to avoiderrors in intraoral scanning of edentulous areas.

Step 2 – Access to the Scanning Field

Insufficient access is one of the main causes of error.

It is necessary to:

  • retract the tongue, lips, and cheeks

  • fully expose the edentulous ridge

Step 3 – Stabilization of Soft Tissues

Tissue stability is crucial for:

  • maintaining tracking

  • avoiding distortions

  • avoiding artifacts

👉 Questo aspetto è approfondito nella guida su dsxvaccuratezza e stabilità nella scansione intraorale

Step 4 – Scanning Sequence

Follow a correct sequence:

  • start from stable areas

  • proceed continuously

  • avoid interruptions

Explore all the details onvalidated scanning strategies for edentulous arches.

Step 5 – Result Check

After scanning:

  • check completeness

  • check for any visible alterations

  • remove any areas with artifacts and rescan them

  • riprendere eventuali aree mancanti

Workflow optimization

To improve results:

  • reduce tissue movements

  • improve access and visibility

  • use correct scanning strategies

👉 Also learn how tointegrate scanning strategies for edentulous areas with soft tissue stabilization.

Conclusions

A correct workflow is essential for obtaining accurate and repeatable scans.

👉 Checking access, stability, and sequence helps reduce errors and improve clinical outcomes.

💡 Scopri come ottimizzare ulteriormente la tua scansione con strumenti dedicati alla stabilizzazione dei tessuti.

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