When using PreXion’s implant planning, can the saved placements in dentition automatically transfer to make a surgical guide?
Third-party software must be used for surgical guides. The original PreXion3D CBCT dicom data can be exported/imported to any program which accepts dicom datasets.
Can PreXion3D CBCT machine images be loaded to practice management software like Dentrix, EagleSoft, and others?
Individually captured images like pano’s can be transferred to PM software by manual importing. There also exists a TWAIN feature that can automatically transfer dedicated pano images to PM database. For CBCT scans, third-party datagrabber software can also transfer the pano images. The PreXion patient scans can be accessed by any intra-office PC (client PC’s). No additional dongles or licenses are necessary and can be added to new computers later on as well.
Can PreXion studies be accessed from offsite locations?
Login remotely from offsite is available through programs on the internet. The IT representatives can recommend one like Team Viewer or others.
Is it possible to take PreXion patient data scans offsite or for a dentist to work at home without a login connection to the main Viewer through an internet connection?
The CBCT 3D dental imaging data is downloaded/copied to a PrexViewer CD/DVD, USB, or if by Zip folder, transferred to DropBox or similar large file transfer programs. The Viewer program is also copied along with all the methods mentioned, but not the Implant Planning functions. This is reserved for users who own PreXion CBCT scanners.
Will the PreXion scan with appliances in the mouth and also separately?
Yes, and if separately, there is the flat chinrest platform to rest the appliance on. This is supplied with the scanner at installation or by request. The Excelsior scanner has a scan mode for such dedicated appliance scans.
After the install and initial onsite training, is more assistance available in the future?
Yes, both live and remote login assistance plus phone support is available upon request. Our excellent tech support team is also available just a phone call away. Additional software sessions can be scheduled in advance with one of our trainers.
How and what files should be backed up from the PreXion data and PC’s?
PreXion has recommended certain files to be backed up. The dentist’s IT rep or company is often involved in the process using their preferred methods or we can recommend a method. Our tech support team can interact with your IT rep(s).
Can PreXion scans be outputted to 3D printers?
The PreXion onboard dicom can be converted to an STL file format required by 3D printers however many of our dentists prefer to import the CBCT dicom dataset to various third-party software programs dedicated for such purposes. An intraoral scan married up with the CBCT scan and imported to third-party software and then the 3D printer seems like the recommended method.
Can specific Manufacturer implant models be loaded to customize the PreXion software Implant Planning library?
Yes, there is an extensive library of models on the list. If PreXion does not have specific models, we ask the manufacturers for them. We prefer to receive the real shapes (STL) formats however some manufacturers are reluctant to release them. However, we can use the XML shapes which are simple volume occupying replicas correctly sized but without the thread-like appearances.
Is it possible to create a little movie and save separately for outside review purposes?
Individual captured screen clips of various lengths can be converted to a movie either in 3D mode or displayed as CT generated images. Movies can be saved within the PreXion Patient List or transferred outside the program as in power points or emails.
Can cephalometric scans be performed or added on later if desired?
There is a separate attachment for the ceph mode and can be added on later, providing the room space dimensions will accommodate it.
How can PreXion3D CBCT dental scanner products increase revenue for my practice?
The improved imaging clarity along with the versatility of case presentation option allows for patient education that far surpasses that of 2D or inferior 3D imaging with other products. This presents the opportunity for increased case acceptance rates as a result of improved understanding of each case on the part of the patient.