Description
3Shape Trios 3 Wired Intraoral Dental Scanner is used in digital dentistry to capture images of a patient’s teeth and mouth.
“Wired” means a device connected by a cable. This cable can be USB or USB-C. It connects to a computer or docking pod, not wirelessly. This matters for mobility and handling.
Features:
- Proven technology for a smooth entry into digital dentistry
- AI-supported
- Scans ready on screen within seconds
- High scan accuracy – accuracy (precision) 6.9 ± 0.9 µm & precision (consistency) 4.5 ± 0.9 µm
- Natural scan Colors
- Automatic scan cleanup
- Simple networking & easy data transfer with the 3Shape Unite digital platform
- 3 Shape Unite offers apps for patient communication to increase treatment acceptance
- Dynamic occlusion possible with TRIOS Patient Specific Motion function
- TRIOS Treatment Simulator provides demonstration of tooth changes directly in front of the patient
- Track tooth changes with the patient & facilitate detection of dental problems thanks to TRIOS Patient Monitoring
- Get a direct connection to clear aligner providers with the Unite Store
- Optional, flexible choice between subscriptions or add-on modules
TRIOS benefits for dentists and patients
Dentists
High quality clinical results
- High digital impression accuracy for high quality restoration fit
- Instant preparation and impression validation
- Reduced adjustment and grinding during seating
Easy impression taking
- Powder-free scanning
- No impression materials and mess
- Never retake an impression
Stronger business
- Faster impression taking and reduced chair time
- Save materials and shipping costs
- Possibility to reduce costs with model-free crowns
- Online interactive communication
Patients
Better experience
- Quick with no discomfort caused by impression materials
- Extra comfortable with powder-free scanning
Increased satisfaction
- High quality restoration fits and minimal grinding
- High quality clinical results
More convenience
- Reduced number of appointments due to fewer retakes
- Reduced overall chair time
Advantages (What It Does Well)
- Reliability / Proven Technology: It is a mature product line; many clinics use it. The software is well-refined.
- Good Accuracy: Can produce high-accuracy scans adequate for many dental applications.
- Cost vs Performance Balance: The wired version is usually cheaper than wireless options. It still offers many features.
- Ease of Use: Color scanning, realistic textures, standard tips etc. The experience is smoother compared to older impression methods (no messy materials, etc.).
Limitations / Things to Consider
- Mobility: Because it’s wired, handling and positioning may be less flexible than wireless scanners. The cord/pod needs to be set up. Working in small spaces or moving between chairs or rooms can be harder.
- Costs: Although less than premium wireless versions, it is still a significant investment. Hardware, software subscriptions / license fees, tips, maintenance, support, etc. Prices are in the tens of thousands USD.
- Learning Curve: As with any digital scanner, there is training required. Scanning technique, managing moisture, doing full-arch scans, trimming scans, etc. While 3Shape offers onboarding, the operator’s experience will affect scan quality.
- Cable Management / Setup Complexity: Need to ensure the cable/pod does not interfere; cleaning, managing tangle, positioning.
Use Cases / Where It Fits Well
- Dental practices are transitioning from analog impressions to digital workflows.
- Laboratories or clinics that utilize digital design or CAD/CAM can use STL, PLY, or other digital file formats.
- Cases requiring esthetics or color accuracy (veneers, crowns, margins).
- Clinics where mobility is not a significant concern can keep the scanner in one place. A wired setup is also fine.
Included:
- 3Shape Trios 3 Wired Model Intraoral Scanner (BC# 39868-L/T*)
- 3Shape Trios Model SLP Pad
- Ethernet Cable
- 5 Scanner Tips + Protection Tip
- TRIOS Protection Attachment
- TRIOS 3 Calibration Attachment
- TRIOS 3 Color Calibration Kit
- TRIOS 3 Scanner Pod & Pod Connector Cable (POD Version)
- USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet
- AC Adapter/Charger
- Power Cord
- USB Memory stick + USB Dongle
- Trios 3 User Guides
- Original Factory Box
- Patient Engagement Apps + TRIOS Care (1 yr)
- Laptop HP Zbook G11
Specifications:
| Grip | Pen Handle |
| Scanner weight | 340g |
| External buttons and connection | Scan activation button (on scanner hand piece) |
| Environmental requirements | Operating, storage and transport conditions: See safety & setup guide* |
| Power supply | See Safety & setup guide – most recent version can be found on 3Shape Partner Portal |
| Approvals | See Safety & setup guide – most recent version can be found on 3Shape Partner Portal |
| Currently supported indications | Crowns, Inlays, Onlays, Veneers, Bridges up to 5 units, Single implants, Post & Core Full study model including vestibular and palatal areas (ortho) (List to be expanded) |
| Supported scannable materials | In general, all materials are supported, except gemstones on the teeth, some semitransparent ortho brackets and extremely high gloss metals |
| Contrast agent applied to teeth | None (powder/spray free) |
| Accuracy | For detailed results and references to clinical studies on IOS accuracy see TRIOS – Because accuracy matters brochure – most recent version can be found on 3Shape Partner Portal |
| Scanner tip | Removable. Sterilizable by autoclave 150 times. May be placed on 2 positions; Scanning up or downwards. |
| Output format | DCM and STL |
| Working principles | Ultrafast Optical Sectioning |
| Light source | LED |
