Planmeca Emerald
User Manual
TM
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................... 4
Associated Documentation .............................................................................................................................4
Indications for Use ..............................................................................................................................................4
Contraindications ................................................................................................................................................4
Turn ON Laptop ...................................................................................................................................................4
Opening Romexis ................................................................................................................................................4
Scanner ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Accessories ............................................................................................................................................................5
Connecting the Scanning Cable ...........................................................................................................5
Plugging the Scanner into the Laptop ........................................................................................................5
Cradle ......................................................................................................................................................................6
Relocating the Laptop and/or Scanner .................................................................................... 7
System Information and Upgrades .......................................................................................... 7
Software and Hardware ....................................................................................................................................7
Connecting the Scanning Tip .................................................................................................... 7
Disconnecting the Scanning Tip ............................................................................................... 7
Cleaning the Scanner Tip ........................................................................................................... 8
Storage ...........................................................................................................................................................9
Cleaning the System ................................................................................................................ 10
Cleaning the Scanner Cover ......................................................................................................................... 10
Moving/Viewing the 3D Model ............................................................................................... 11
Rotating the Model ................................................................................................................................. 11
Changing the Model Size ..................................................................................................................... 11
Moving the Model ................................................................................................................................... 11
System Options and Default Settings .................................................................................... 11
Screenshots ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
The Settings Screens ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Additional Assistance .............................................................................................................. 13
Scanning Safety ....................................................................................... 14
Patients ....................................................................................................15
Managing Patients in Planmeca Romexis .............................................................................. 15
Creating new patients .................................................................................................................................... 15
Searching Patients ........................................................................................................................................... 15
Sorting patients ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Selecting and opening patients ................................................................................................................. 16
Managing Cases ....................................................................................................................... 16
Deleting Files ............................................................................................................................ 16
Starting a New Restoration ..................................................................................................... 16
Setup Screen ............................................................................................................................ 17
Scanning ..................................................................................................19
Scan Tab Layout ....................................................................................................................... 19
Scanner Tips ............................................................................................................................. 20
Scanner Indicators .......................................................................................................................................... 20
Session Usage ........................................................................................................................................... 20
Autoclave Indicator ................................................................................................................................. 20
Color Balancing ........................................................................................................................................ 21
Positioning the Scanner for the First Scan ............................................................................. 21
Basic Scanning Steps ............................................................................................................... 22
Model Scanning ....................................................................................................................... 23
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Scanning Live View .................................................................................................................. 23
Saving a Live Scan Image .............................................................................................................................. 24
Evaluating Your Model.............................................................................................................24
Eraser Tool ................................................................................................................................ 24
Active Filtering ......................................................................................................................... 25
Generate Model ....................................................................................................................... 26
Checking Your Model For Missing Data .................................................................................. 26
Reset Model .............................................................................................................................. 27
Delete Model ............................................................................................................................ 27
Scanning Upper and Lower ..................................................................................................... 27
Time Saver ................................................................................................................................ 27
Scanning Buccal ....................................................................................................................... 27
Bilateral Buccal Bite ......................................................................................................................................... 28
Prep Clearance and Contact Strength .................................................................................... 28
Scanning a Bite Registration ................................................................................................... 29
Bite registration preparation ........................................................................................................................ 29
Bite registration scanning ............................................................................................................................. 30
Goals ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
Selecting the Bite Registration .............................................................................................. 31
Model Alignment ..................................................................................................................... 31
Rotating the Models ........................................................................................................................................ 33
Scanning a Pre-op .................................................................................................................... 33
Scanning Impressions ............................................................................................................. 34
Positioning the Scanner ................................................................................................................................. 34
Scanning the Impression ............................................................................................................................... 35
Full Arch Scanning ................................................................................................................... 36
Margin Tab ............................................................................................... 38
Orientation ............................................................................................................................... 38
Margin Tool ............................................................................................................................... 38
Margin Aids .............................................................................................................................. 39
View ICE Preparation .............................................................................................................................. 39
Show Features .......................................................................................................................................... 39
Creating the Margin ................................................................................................................. 39
Paint tool ............................................................................................................................................................. 39
Trace tool .................................................................................................................................................... 39
Lasso tool.................................................................................................................................................... 40
Margin Tab Settings ................................................................................................................. 41
ICE Margin Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 41
For intraoral cases only. .................................................................................................................................. 41
Modifying the Margin .............................................................................................................. 41
Toggle Margin ........................................................................................................................................... 41
Move Margin tool .................................................................................................................................... 41
Add Segments tool ................................................................................................................................. 42
Preview Library ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Retract ....................................................................................................................................... 42
Multiple Restorations .............................................................................................................. 43
Selection Area Tool .................................................................................................................. 43
Edit Pre-Op Tool ....................................................................................................................... 43
Drawing Pontic Margins .......................................................................................................... 44
Exporting Data ........................................................................................ 45
Exporting a CAD/CAM Case ..................................................................................................... 45
Exporting 3D Models ............................................................................................................... 45
3D Model Export .............................................................................................................................................. 45
DDX Export ............................................................................................................................... 45
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Planmeca Emerald Specications ...........................................................47
Applied Part ............................................................................................................................................... 47
Cables .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Applicable Standards .............................................................................................................. 47
Product Safety .......................................................................................................................................... 47
EMC ............................................................................................................................................................... 47
Laser Product Safety ............................................................................................................................... 47
Packaging and Environmental ............................................................................................................ 48
Biocampatibility ....................................................................................................................................... 48
European Standards ............................................................................................................................... 48
Canadian Standards ............................................................................................................................... 48
US Food and Drug Administration .................................................................................................... 48
International Standards ........................................................................................................................ 48
Approvals (All Systems) ........................................................................................................... 48
Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions ........................... 49
Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity ............................ 49
Recommended Separation Distances ...................................................................................................... 51
Emerald Optical Specications ................................................................................................................... 52
Labels ........................................................................................................................................ 53
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................... 53
Product Identication Labels ....................................................................................................................... 54
External Components and Connectors .................................................................................................... 54
UL Listing .................................................................................................................................................... 54
UL Medical Equipment Listing ............................................................................................................ 54
Scanning Troubleshooting/Repair .......................................................... 55
Case Backup ............................................................................................................................. 55
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Introduction
The Planmeca FitTM System is a complete optical impression system for CAD/CAM of dental restorations intended
for dental oces or laboratories. The system comprises a Planmeca Emerald digital impression scanner, Planmeca
Romexis CAD/CAM design software module, and Planmeca PlanMill40 S mill.
The Planmeca Emerald scanner takes digital impressions which can be designed and customized on the Planmeca
Romexis CAD/CAM design software. The impressions can be sent via Planmeca Romexis Cloud to Planmeca or a
certied laboratory for design and milling or exported to a third party.
Caution: US Federal law restricts the Planmeca Emerald to sale by or on the order of a dentist.
The Planmeca Fit System requires Planmeca Romexis software revision 3.4.0.R or later.
Associated Documentation
Planmeca Romexis User’s Manual (publication number 10014593).
Throughout the documentation, important notes and items of interest are formatted like this example.
Warning The orange Warning denotes something that can cause personal injury or physical damage to the
equipment.
Some of the screenshots may have been taken in earlier software versions and may not exactly match your screen.
Indications for Use
The Emerald Optical Impression Scanner is an optical impression system used to record the topographical
characteristics of the dentition and/or full arch and preparation areas (including features such as implant scan locator
xtures, braces, brackets, etc.). In addition it can record the topographical characteristics of the oral anatomy (such as
soft tissue, gingivae and palate).
The three dimensional model generated from the scan may be further used for study models, and for the design and
manufacturing of dental restorations including implant supported prostheses and full and partial frameworks, and
can be used to design and manufacture physical models of the teeth.
It may be used in conjunction with production of orthodontic appliances, retainer and accessories.
Contraindications
None known.
Turn ON Laptop
Press the power button to start the laptop.
Opening Romexis
Click the Romexis icon on your desktop to open the software.
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Scanner
Accessories
The Emerald system has a set of removable components.
• Scanning Tip
• Scanning Cable
• Cradle
• Color Balancer
• Laptop
• Mouse
Connecting the Scanning Cable
1 To connect the scanner cable, align the notch on the cable to the small notch on the back of the scanner.
2 Push the cable in and turn clockwise until the notch on the cable is aligned with the larger notch on the back of
the scanner.
3 Keep the scanner connected to the cable at all times. Remove the cable from the scanner only when directed by
Customer Support or when replacing the cable.
Plugging the Scanner into the Laptop
Insert the USB-C cable into the laptop. Make sure it’s the USB connection with the power indicator.
Pull the USB connector from the laptop when the scanner is not in use. You do not need to “eject” the USB device from
Windows. Do not pull on the cable to disconnect. Bending or twisting the cable may impact system usability.
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Cradle
The system comes with a standalone cradle for the scanner.
The cradle can be separated and inserted into a holder in your operatory equipment (i.e. the slow speed suction
holder).
Squeeze the grey trigger and pull to separate the cradle from the base. The trigger is used every time that you want
to insert or remove the scanner holder.
Insert the cradle into the chair adapter.
Insert the holder into a holder in your operatory equipment.
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Relocating the Laptop and/or Scanner
The laptop can be unplugged and moved as needed. The software does not need to be shut down. The scanner can
be disconnected at any time.
System Information and Upgrades
Software and Hardware
System software and hardware upgrades are initiated through Planmeca only. Nosoftware or hardware should be
added or deleted to/from the Planmeca systems without prior approval of Planmeca. Doing so may result in damage
to the system and will void the product warranty.
Connecting the Scanning Tip
(After disinfection if scanning intraorally. See insert with scanning tips for
further details.)
1 Grasp the body of the scanner with one hand.
2 Use the other hand to slide the scanning tip onto the scanner as
shown. Line the mark on the tip up to the smaller mark on the
scanner body. Twist the scanner tip to lock it into place. Ensure the
marks on the tip and the base are aligned.
STOP
Failure to follow this procedure can damage the scanningtip.
START
Disconnecting the Scanning Tip
1 Grasp the body of the scanner with one hand.
2 With the other hand, twist the scanner tip to the unlocked position and remove it.
When the scanner is not in use, place the non-functional protective scanner tip on the scanner. (Included with the
scanner during shipping.)
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Cleaning the Scanner Tip
For intraoral scanning systems only.
The following instructions are for the removable tip of the scanner. It is not for the entire scanner.
See “Cleaning the System” on page 10 for cleaning the base of the scanner.
The scanning tips have been manufactured and tested for specic disinfection protocols. Operational,
maintenance and replacement instructions should be followed for the product to perform as
designed. Cleaning the scanner tip incorrectly may result in incomplete disinfection and/or
permanent damage to the tip.
DO NOT use a chemical sterilant on tips with the autoclave symbol.
DO NOT place in Ultrasonic Cleaner.
DO NOT pouch with other instruments.
DO NOT stack the tips near or on any other metal instruments.
Excessive cycle times may prematurely reduce the life and function of the tip.
1 Remove the scanner tip from the scanner.
2 Rinse and brush the external surface of the tip under warm running water (3-3.5L/min @ 30°-35°C [86°-95°F])
for a minimum of 15 seconds, with emphasis on the tip alignment indicator. Use a soft bristled brush, like a soft
toothbrush.
To prevent scratches, avoid brushing the mirror.
A typical water faucet should be able to produce a ow rate of between 4-8 Lpm.
3 Rinse and brush around the edge and surrounding crevices of the mirror under running water for a minimum
of 30 seconds. To avoid scratching the mirror, use a soft bristled brush. Be careful that only the bristles are
in contact with the surface of the mirror.
The example picture is shown without running water for visibility purposes. Use the bristles of the small brush on all
crevice edges of the mirror. (ex. Pinn-Point Brush 933-0321 shown)
4 After brushing, rinse the mirror and surrounding crevices under running water for an additional 15 seconds.
5 If there is any visible debris remaining after performing the cleaning steps above, repeat the process as necessary
until the tip is visually clean. If there is any debris that cannot be removed or, if there is visible deterioration such
as cracks or discoloration, the tip should be properly disposed of and replaced.
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6 Individually pouch each scanner tip using an autoclave pouch (ex. HSD # 112-4854 or a comparable product).
Autoclave baskets are not indicated for this cleaningprocedure.
7 Place one to three pouches per tray or cassette. DO NOT stack tips on or around other metal instruments.
8 Select the Wrapped, Wrapped Instruments, or Pouch cycle on the autoclave with a minimum cycle of 132°C
(269° F). Minimum sterilization time of 3 minutes for Pre -Vac autoclaves. Minimum sterilization time for Gravity
autoclaves is 10 minutes. For any autoclave, use a minimum dry time of 10 minutes.
These cycle times are for pre-vacuum autoclaves. Autoclave cycle names dier among manufacturers.
Autoclave sterilization cycle times exceeding 10 minutes could be considered excessive and may damage
the internal components and pin connector points. Referenceyour manufacturer’s manual to select the
cycle for sterilizing wrappedinstruments.
9 Prior to scanning, visually conrm the scanning mirror and scanner connection points of the scanning tip are
clean and dry. To clean either surface, use an optical cloth or 2x2 gauze with a small amount of alcohol to gently
remove residue. Ensure each surface is dry before connecting it to the scanner.
Storage
1 Wipe water o mirror using non-woven optical wipes (recommend Kimwipes Lens Cleaning #101-7070).
2 Optional: Insert tip into a sterilization pouch. (recommend Self Seal Sterilization Pouch 5 ¼” x 10” [200/box] #112-
4854)
3 Store for later use.
4 Prior to scanning, visually conrm the scanning mirror and scanner connection points of the scanning tip are
clean and dry. To clean either surface, use an optical cloth or 2x2 gauze with a small amount of alcohol to gently
remove residue. Ensure each surface is dry before connecting it to the scanner.
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Cleaning the System
For intraoral scanning systems only.
Protect the keyboard with a disposable barrier.
Cleaning Cycle: Before and after each use, clean all areas of the Planmeca System.
Warning: Before and after each use, follow these instructions to disinfect the Planmeca System.
Do not substitute any other cleaning solution or procedure. Under no circumstances should you use any
paint thinner, solvents, or harsh chemicals. Use only a non-woven sponge or pre-moistened germicidal
cloths when cleaning the Planmeca System.
1 Using a clean, non-woven sponge that has been saturated with a hospital grade, TB-rated germicide or pre-
moistened germicidal cloths, apply the germicide to the entire surface of the scanner base, scanner holder,
mouse, mousepad, and any other surfaces that you touch that were not covered by a disposable barrier. Do not
spray the germicide directly on the items and do not submerge the scanner or mouse in the germicide.
2 Follow the germicide manufacturer’s instructions.
Cleaning the Scanner Cover
The rubber part of the scanner should be removed once a month for cleaning. This part is often referred to as the
“sleeve”, “boot ”, or “cover”.
1 Start on the bottom of the cover and ip/roll it upwards.
2 Flip/roll the bottom of the top of the scanner.
3 Continue rolling the cover upwards until you can pull it o.
4 Clean the cover and base with germicide as stated in “Cleaning the System” above.
5 Ensure the cover is right-side-out and slide it back onto the scanner.
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Moving/Viewing the 3D Model
Use the mouse to zoom in or out, move, and rotate the composite model.
Rotating the Model
1 Click and hold down the right mouse button.
The pointer changes to
2 Drag the mouse horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to rotate the image.
Drag in small increments for more control.
3 Release the mouse button to stop rotating. Repeat as needed.
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Changing the Model Size
Use the scroll wheel on the mouse to zoom in and out on the model.
1 Position the pointer on your model.
2 Rotate the mouse wheel downward, toward your wrist.
The pointer changes to
3 Rotate the mouse wheel upward, away from your wrist.
The model becomes larger.
and the model becomes smaller.
Moving the Model
The model can be moved without being rotated.
1 Position the pointer on the model.
2 Press and hold down the mouse wheel.
The pointer changes to
3 Drag the model to the desired position and release the mouse wheel.
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System Options and Default Settings
Individual tabs are used to design the restoration: Setup, Scan, Margin, Design, and Mill. The tabs are dynamic. The
choices you make on each tab aect the options available on that and related tabs. The typical restoration utilizes
the tabs from left to right. Moving backwards in the process (e.g., modifying the settings in the Margin tab after
completing the design in the Design tab) can cause settings and designs to be discarded. The system warns you
when your actions will cause design data to be discarded.
Some system congurations will restrict the use and access of individual tabs.
Screenshots
You can save an image of the screen for communicating with associates or Customer Support.
Press
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+ Prt Sc keys simultaneously.
The computer takes a screenshot and saves it in Libraries - Pictures - Screenshots.
The screenshots are automatically numbered. You can rename them if desired.
The Settings Screens
Click the Settings button on the CAD/CAM screen or the Settings button
on each tab. These screens contain preference settings that modify
the default behavior of the software. The settings are based on each
screen. Use the arrows to scroll right or left. Click a category to select it.
Selected categories display in the bottom of the screen.
Click Restore Factory Defaults to revert to original settings, click Save
to save changes, or click Cancel to exit without saving.
Version
Displays the version of the software and imaging systems.
Reset Warnings
The warning and reminder screens have an option to Do Not Show This Message Again. If a new operator is using
the system, you can reactivate these warnings.
Sprue Angle Method
(For mill systems)
Margin Ramp
(For design systems)
Spacer Thickness
(For design systems)
Dropper Tool
(For design systems)
Spaceball Settings
(Optional accessory)
Network Settings
This screen should be used only under the supervision of a customer service representative. These settings are precongured and should not be changed.
Workbook Exercises
(For Classic systems)
Mill Notication Settings
(For Classic systems)
Milling Settings
(For mill systems)
Auto or Occlusal POI
(For mill systems)
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Additional Assistance
Go to http://e4d.com for videos and downloadable documentation. If you have questions, please contact Customer
Support at:
Toll Free 800-537-6070
E-mail customersupport@e4d.com
Fax 972-479-1106
Hours of Operation 7 am – 6 pm CT (Monday - Friday)
Web site www.e4d.com
D4D Technologies LLC dba E4D Technologies
Mailing Address
Additional training is available via www.PlanmecaDigitalAcademyUS.com
650 International Pkwy
Richardson, TX 75081 USA
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Scanning Safety
Warning: Failure to adhere to all safety warnings may result in personal injury, equipment damage, or data loss.
Do not use the Planmeca products for any purpose other than its intended and labeled use.
To prevent electrical shock, do not open any sealed or user restricted access panels or connectors.
In case of emergency unplug the computer power cord from the wall or from the computer.
Do not make any unauthorized repairs or modications to the system software or hardware. This includes installing unauthorized
software on the host computer system or altering or bypassing any safety switches or mechanisms. Changes or modications not
expressly approved by Planmeca could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and/or void the warranty.
Do not install or operate the Planmeca products in an environment where an explosion hazard exists, e.g., high oxygen area.
Comply with all applicable regulations when disposing of waste materials from the Planmeca products.
Do not attach any equipment or devices to the Planmeca products unless their use has been specically authorized by Planmeca
or E4D Technologies.
Medical electrical equipment requires special precautions regarding EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility). The Planmeca products
must be installed and placed into service according to the EMC information provided in the documentation that accompanies the
Planmeca products.
Portable and mobile RF (Radio Frequency) communications equipment can aect medical electrical equipment.
The wireless components in the Planmeca products may be interfered with by other equipment, even if the other equipment is
fully compliant with CISPR (International Special Committee on Radio Interference) emission requirements.
When possible, electrical equipment should not be used when adjacent to other electrical equipment. If adjacent use is necessary,
the equipment should be observed to verify normal operation in the conguration in which it will be used.
When connecting the Planmeca components, use only the cables supplied with the products. Failure to do so may result in
increased electromagnetic emissions or reduced immunity to external electromagnetic emissions.
If you suspect equipment malfunction or failure, discontinue using the Planmeca products and contact Technical Support
immediately. Do not attempt to make any repairs on the Planmeca products.
Read and comply with all safety, warning, and instructional labels on the Planmeca products.
Avoid eye exposure while using the scanner. LEDs contained in this device pulse at a frequency that may elicit
reactions in sensitive individuals. These reactions may include seizures.
If the scanner has been operational for an extended period of time, the surface may become warm to the touch. If the
temperature becomes too warm to the touch within a minute of use, turn it o and allow it to cool.
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Patients
Managing Patients in Planmeca Romexis
Creating new patients
1 In Patient Management, click the Add Patient button.
The Add Patient screen opens.
2 Enter the necessary information and add a face photo if desired.
The obligatory elds are in bold text. See the Romexis User Manual for more information.
3 To save the patient into the database click the Save button in any section.
The changes are not saved unless Save button is used.
To view the newly created patient on the list, perform new patient search.
Searching Patients
Patients can be searched by ID or by name.
In Patient Management, type any part of the patient’s name or ID number into the Search eld. Matching items
automatically appear as you type.
The system looks for the letters or numbers anywhere in the patient’s name or ID. Angela, Angie, and
Dangereld are all matches for “ang” in the Search eld.
Sorting patients
Patients in the patient list can be sorted by the Date their records were previously accessed, their ID number, or their
last Name.
To sort patients click the desired sort button.
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Selecting and opening patients
1 Click the patient name in the patient list.
The patient’s le opens.
The name of the active patient is always visible in the upper right corner of the screen. Several patient records can be
open at a time but only one of the open records is active at a time.
To close the active patient click the Close Patient button.
To view all open patients click the arrow of the drop-down menu.
To select and modify another open patient, select the name from the drop-down menu.
2 Click Go to CAD/CAM in the Next Steps section at the bottom of the screen or on the Charms menu on the left
side of the screen.
Managing Cases
1 Open the desired patient.
2 Click Go to CAD/CAM.
Select what you want to do:
• Start a new restoration - See below for more information
• Open an existing restoration - See below for more information
• Import 3D models - See Planmeca Romexis User’s manual for more information
• Export 3D models - See Planmeca Romexis User’s manual for more information
Deleting Files
To delete an image (stl le) from the patient’s case les right-click on the le and select Inactivate STL.
To delete a case from the patient’s case les right-click on the case and select Inactivate restoration.
To reactivate or permanently delete a case from the database see the Romexis User Manual.
Starting a New Restoration
1 To start a new scan, click New Scan and Design.
Click New Scan Only if you do not have a design license.
2 To open an existing scan or restoration (crown, inlay, onlay, etc.) double-click a case on the list or click the Open
Restoration button.
The case opens in the Setup screen.
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Setup Screen
Use the Setup screen to set the restoration type, occlusal data type, material, and tooth library. If you open an
existing restoration, many of these settings may already be selected.
For diagnostic cases, orthodontic aligners, or when sending a large restorative case (without drawing margins) to a
laboratory, select Full Arch as the restoration type and click Scan to proceed.
The Setup screen must be lled out for restorative cases.
The Setup screen requires that the settings be made in a particular order because certain parameters depend upon
previous selections. Always dene a restoration in the following order:
1 Select a restoration site by clicking on the anatomical model. If no teeth have been
selected, the anatomical model is closed until the mouse cursor is moved near it.
The currently selected tooth is orange. If any other teeth are part of this restoration le,
they are green.
For bridges, select the abutments and the pontic(s).
You can do up to 16 restorations on the same arch at onetime.
To change the tooth numbers, see the Romexis UserManual.
2 Choose the restoration type.
3 Select the opposing scan type.
The majority of exported case recipients will require Buccal/Opposing cases.
Bite registration cases can only be sent to another PlanCAD system.
For Scan Only cases, the library and material selections can be randomly selected.
4 Specify a tooth library. See the PlanCAD manual for more information.
5 Specify a material. See the PlanCAD manual for more information.
6 Specify a translucency (not applicable for all materials).
7 Specify a shade. See the PlanCAD manual for more information.
Repeat these steps if you have multiple restorations.
8 Click the Scan screen or click Next.
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Changing the Tooth Selection
1 If the wrong tooth was highlighted for the restoration, right-click the tooth and click Deselect.
2 Click on the correct restoration site.
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Scanning
Warning The scanner is a high precision Class 2 laser scanning instrument. Always store the scanner in its cradle
when not in use. To prevent damage or misalignment, do not drop or strike the scanner. Follow all stated precautions
when using the scanner.
The scanner captures the restoration site with a laser system and delivers live images to the monitor. As you capture
images, the system creates a composite model, revealing any areas that need further scanning.
Ensure the power cord is being used on the laptop while scanning.
Scan Tab Layout
1 Scan Type
2 Scanner Indicators
3 Model Editing Tools
4
1
4 Evaluation Tools
5 Alignment Tools
3
2
5
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Scanner Tips
Tip can be removed and disinfected while the next tip is being used. See “Cleaning the Scanner Tip” on page 8 for
more information.
Scanner Indicators
Icons in the lower-left corner of the screen indicate the status of the scanner.
Disconnected Tip Disconnected
Heating - Stage 1
Ready
Heating - Stage 2
Session Usage
Session Usage is displayed above the scanner status icon and shows how long you have been scanning on this
particular case. This number refreshes each time the Scan screen is opened or when you click the Refresh icon next
toit.
Autoclave Indicator
The autoclave symbol indicates that an autoclave tip is in use.
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Color Balancing
The color symbol displays when a color tip is in use. Balance the color weekly or as needed. This is an
optional step to optimize the color represented on screen. This does not aect the stone model nor the
amount of data collected by the scanner.
1 While in the scanning screen, click the color symbol to optimize the color.
A new screen appears.
2 Insert the scanner with sterilized color tip into the device as shown before clicking Next.
Another screen appears with the results. If there is a problem, try again. If problems continue, contact Customer
Support.
If contamination occurs, clean with a germicide wipe. Do not autoclave.
Store the Color Balancer in a plastic bag or keep a dust cover on it.
Positioning the Scanner for the First Scan
Position the scanner along the mesial-distal axis with the tip of the scanner pointing towards the distal. The axis
follows the curve of the arch. The pictures below show good and bad positions along the arch.
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Rest the tip of the scanner gently on the teeth during scanning. This will give you the correct focal depth for the
scans.
Basic Scanning Steps
1 Click Scan at the top of the screen.
2 Click the desired scanning mode: Pre-op, Upper, Lower, Buccal, or Bite Registration. Options based on Setup
screen selections.
• Pre-op - Used to utilize the patient’s existing dentition or a wax-up as the pre-op model for creating
the restoration.
• Upper - Scan desired section of the upper arch.
• Lower - Scan desired section of the lower arch.
• Buccal - Scan the buccal bite. See Scan Buccal section for details on full arch scans.
• Bite - Used if you have produced a bite registration for use in dening the occlusal anatomy.
3 Shield the site from strong extraneous light sources (dental lights, sunlight, etc.).
4 Click the top button on the scanner to activate the laser.
5 The Live View displays the scanning view with live feedback. The system assumes that the rst scan is taken from
the occlusal and the model is orientated accordingly.
6 Scan until the composite model is fully formed.
7 Click the top button on the scanner to deactivate the laser.
8 Evaluate the model. Scan more if needed.
9 Click the bottom button on the scanner, click the Generate Model button, or press M on the keyboard to nish
building the model.
10 Make adjustments as needed.
11 Click the bottom scanner button or use the mouse to select the next scan type.
12 Repeat the steps above.
13 Click the Margin screen or click the Next button when nished with scanning.
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Model Scanning
The default setting for the scanner is for intraoral scanning. Click the sun icon next to the scanner icon to switch to a
dimmer setting (sunset icon) when needed for models or anytime the live view is too bright.
Default setting - sun icon represents
brighter laser for intraoral use.
Activate the dimmer setting for external
scanning.
Scanning Live View
The system displays a model based upon the scan data. The Live View appears on the right and the model builds on
the left. Watch the model building on the left to see what information has been captured and where you need to
move the scanner.
Press the L key to lower the brightness level of the Live View, if needed.
Press Shift+L to return to the default Live View.
An audio tone plays to indicate that the system is capturing data. The system changes the Live View to orange and
stops the audio feedback if you have moved too far and the system needs data overlap.
Mute or change the volume on your laptop to change the audio feedback.
The most recent scan added to the model displays with a color coding to indicate the focal distance of the data
added.
• Green - close to the tip
• Yellow/Orange - middle of the range
• Red - end of the range (far away from tip)
Any color shown means the scanner IS capturing data. The colors only correspond to the focal distance.
The building model rotates to match the Live View.
While the scanner is active, use the bottom scanner button to show/hide extraneous data on the model. See “Active
Filtering” on page 25 for more information.
Click the top button on the scanner to stop scanning.
A raw data model is displayed.
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Saving a Live Scan Image
Click of the TAB key to save a copy of the Live View image. The le saves in the patients directory as a .png image.
Easily share photos with your dental team or use it as a patient education tool. Accessing the photos diers based on
your scanning software. A video of these options is available at e4d.com/LiveViewImages.
• Planmeca Romexis v4.6
a. Open the 2D module.
b. Click Refresh.
c. Click Photos to view the captured pictures.
• Planmeca Romexis 4.5 and prior
a. Open the This PC or My Computer in Windows Explorer.
b. In the address bar at the top, type %temp% and hit Enter.
c. Open the cadcamtemp folder.
d. Open the patients folder.
e. Type part of the patient’s name in the Search eld and hit Enter.
f. Open the desired patient folder.
g. Open the restorations folder.
h. Open the desired case folder.
i. Open the snapshots folder. The captured images for this case are in this folder.
• Design Center - To manually locate the patient images, navigate to: C:\d4d\DesignCenter\patients\
patient_name\restorations\case\snapshots. Replacing patient_name with your patient and case with the
date and time of the case.
Evaluating Your Model
Rotate the model to look for low data areas in key areas: the preparation, interproximal contacts, etc.. In the example
below, there is missing data on the interproximal area and extraneous data from a nger accidentally being scanned.
Fill in missing data where needed.
Eraser Tool
Use the Eraser Tool to remove parts of the scanned model. This can be used to remove unnecessary data
like extra teeth, tongue, cheek, etc.
The Eraser is also used in the Pre-op and Bite Registration Time Saver tools (see following sections).
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Click the Eraser tool to deactivate it.
It is recommended that you not delete multiple teeth in a row. Large gaps in the model is not
recommended.
If the data that you want to erase is touching the model and cannot be removed with the regular erase tool, use
Active Filtering.
Active Filtering
Active Filtering, or what we fondly call the HotDog lter (long story), gives you the opportunity to remove unwanted
data that was scanned inadvertently.
There are two methods to activate this tool. The rst way (for both scanners) is to click the trashcan icon just above
the scanner in the lower left of PlanCAD. The second is to depress and release the bottom button of the Planmeca
Emerald™ scanner while the scanner is active.
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Once active, hover over the desired area for 2-3seconds to remove the unwanted data. In some cases, rotating over
the surfaces will assist in data removal. Always verify Data Density after using this feature.
Active (for a session) when highlighted in
orange. Automatically deactivates with
next scan.
Generate Model
Click the bottom button on the scanner, click the Generate Model button, or press M on the keyboard to create the
3D model. If you exit without generating the model, the scans will be lost.
Click Data Density View to evaluate the model for low data. See “Checking Your Model For Missing Data” on page
26 for more information.
For design purposes, you may want to acquire more details of the adjacent teeth. If extra scans are desired,
deactivate Data Density View to speed up the process. Reactivate when nished scanning.
Checking Your Model For Missing Data
Click Data Density View to evaluate the model for low data. If multiple scans are needed, deactivate this button to
speed up the process.
1 Click Data Density View if it is not already activated. The model refreshes with the dark blue and
purple areas indicating the least data. Rotate the model to analyze it.
2 Dark areas on your restoration site and interproximal contact areas should be rescanned.
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Look for colored areas on the prepared tooth, especially on the margin. The adjacent teeth should have good data
on the interproximal contact area, occlusal surfaces, and of the lingual and buccal contours. Data below the height of
contour is not as crucial on the adjacent teeth.
3 If areas lack detail, take additional scans.
With a little additional scanning, the example is greatly improved.
4 Click Data Density View again to return to the normal view.
5 Click the Margin screen or click the Next button when nished with scanning.
Reset Model
Click the Undo Erase button to reset the model if a mistake was made when erasing.
Delete Model
Click the Delete Data button to remove the model and start over.
Scanning Upper and Lower
For restoration scans:
• Start on the occlusal for both scans.
• When your restoration tooth numbers cross the midline, start the scans with the scanner pointing towards
the distal of the highest tooth number. Start the scans of the opposing arch in the same direction.
• Ensure you have good data on the margin, occlusion, and interproximal contacts
• Ensure there is enough buccal data to aid in alignment
For diagnostic scans:
• Start on the occlusal for both scans.
• If you start scanning the upper on the patient’s left, then you should start scanning the lower on the left. The
models cannot automatically align if they are started in dierent orientations.
• Ensure there is enough buccal data to aid in alignment
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Time Saver
The system allows you to use a Time Saver method of copying the model. In certain scenarios, this enables you to
duplicate a model under another heading. You can then erase the data that needs to be replaced and take fewer
scans than if you are doing a completely new scan.
• Pre-op model can be copied into the Upper or Lower (based on selected tooth number)
• Upper or Lower (based on selected tooth number) can be copied into Bite Registration
The Pre-op and Bite Registration instructions in this manual assume that you will use the Time Saver method. You
always have the option of simply doing a full scan for each model type.
Scanning Buccal
The buccal bite is scanned to align upper and lower models. While scanning the buccal, the Upper and Lower model
will automatically appear in the model build view.
1 Click Scan Buccal.
2 Press the articulated model down rmly or have the patient bite down rmly and tell them not to move
while you are scanning. If they shift during the scanning, the alignment may be incorrect.
3 Start scanning on the Upper teeth.
4 Scan at a 90° angle to the teeth. Scan the sides of the teeth that were captured in the upper and lower models.
Ensure some gingival data is captured.
5 Erase any excess data from the model.
6 Click Refine Bite if desired. (Unavailable if the models are not aligned)
Rene when needed
7 Click the bottom button on the scanner, click the Generate Model button, or press M on the keyboard.
The system generates the model and attempts to align to the other scanned models. The software should
automatically align the models. If the Align Buccal is red, see below for instructions on manually aligning the
data.
Bilateral Buccal Bite
Full mouth cases may require additional renement and bite scans. You can use the Buccal 2 scan type to scan a
second bite. Scan Buccal 2 and rene if needed. Delete the less desirable buccal alignment before proceeding to the
Margin tab.
Basic Buccal Bite Workow:
• Scan Buccal 1
• Rene
• Verify alignment
If needed:
• Scan Buccal 2
• Rene
• Delete one of the two bite scans
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Prep Clearance and Contact Strength
Prep Clearance displays the distance to the opposing dentition just by moving over the prep with your mouse.
While in the Bite Align tool, rotate the model to view the prep. Use the mouse pointer to hover over the area. A
distance indicator (in mm) appears as you move around the model.
The Occlusal Contacts heat map in the Bite Alignment tool displays intensity of the bite or distance to the opposing
dentition.
Use the Occlusal Contacts legend to
assist in bite intensity and clearance.
Scanning a Bite Registration
A bite registration can be used to optimize occlusion for proper alignment with the opposing tooth. Scan the
preparation, ensuring there is enough detail of the adjacent dentition and/or gingival tissue in your preparation
scans to align the bite registration scans.
After scanning the preparation, prepare the bite registration.
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Bite registration preparation
Keep the following recommendations in mind as you prepare bite registrations:
1 Place the bite registration material so that it completely covers the preparation surface.
• The bite registration material should not cover the adjacent teeth. If it does, trim to the interproximal after
the material sets.
• There must be sucient data of the adjacent teeth in the scans of the preparation and the bite registration
in order for the two models to align.
• Ensure there are no gaps between the bite registration material and the adjacent teeth.
Have the patient bite down rmly or press the articulated model down rmly for the impression.
2 If trimming of the bite is needed to expose more of the adjacent teeth, trim the bite in the mouth. If you remove
and replace it, the bite registration material may not seat properly.
Bite registration scanning
Goals
100% occlusal data
1 On the Setup screen, select Bite Registration.
On the Scan screen, the system defaults to Upper or Lower based on the selected tooth number.
2 Click Scan Bite.
A Time Saver message appears. This message only appears when the preparation is scanned rst. The Time
Saver option allows you to duplicate the preparation model and use the same data for the bite registration
model.
Time Saver cannot be used in conjunction with Impression Mode.
3 Click OK to use the Time Saver. If you do not wish to use the Time Saver option, the bite registration and adjacent
teeth can be scanned on their own. The following instructions assume the use of the Time Saver option.
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A copy of the preparation model is created in the bite registration model color.
4 Click the Eraser Tool.
5 Erase the preparation and the marginal ridges of the adjacent teeth.
6 Click the Eraser Tool to deactivate it.
7 Activate the scanner and scan begin the scans with the occlusal of one of the adjacent teeth. Once you have
established where you are, you can begin scanning the bite registration data.
8 Scan the occlusal of the bite registration material and any of the adjacent tooth data that was removed and is
not covered by the bite registration.
Selecting the Bite Registration
Highlight the opposing dentition to designate which areas of this model should be used for occlusion.
1 Click Bite Selection at the bottom of the screen. This icon only appears on the Scan Bite screen.
2 Click and drag to highlight the areas of the opposing dentition that would come into contact with the
restoration.
3 Click Bite Selection again to deactivate it.
Click Reset if you made a mistake and need to start over.
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Model Alignment
The alignment icons are on the right side of the screen. There is a dierent icon for each alignment type: Buccal Bite,
Pre-op, and Bite Registration. The system attempts to automatically align the models as they are generated. A green
dot means the scans are aligned. A red dot means they are not aligned.
Click the icon to view the alignment. All of the alignment icons have a Refresh button. Click Refresh to reset
the alignment and manually align the models. Automatic alignment should be used in most cases. Full arch
mode requires manual alignment.
If there is extra data that might be interfering with the scans (tongue, cheek, etc.), try trimming the extra data before
manually aligning.
The buccal bite model is translucent on the Alignment screen to aid in evaluation. The buccal bite has an extra Show/
Hide Buccal option. This enables you to hide the buccal bite model and evaluate the opposing and prep models.
To align models, drag and drop the buccal bite, pre-op, or bite registration over the prep model.
The models will snap into place or will return to their original positions.
In Buccal/Opposing cases, the opposing model appears after the prep and buccal bite are aligned. Click and drag the
opposing model to match the buccal bite model.
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When the models are aligned, you can rotate to view the amount of contact from above. The amount of contact is
shown as a color map.
To access the menu options at the top or to return to scanning, deactivate the selected Alignment icon. You cannot
proceed if the Alignment icon is active (orange).
Rotating the Models
When necessary to aid in alignment, you can rotate the buccal bite or opposing model.
The preparation model cannot be rotated, it is always stationary.
With the mouse cursor directly over the buccal or opposing model, right click and drag to rotate.
With the mouse cursor on the background, right click and drag to rotate all of the models at the same time.
Left click and drag to move the models on the screen.
Once the models are in good position in relation to each other, use the steps in the previous section to align the
models.
Scanning a Pre-op
Use Scan Pre-op when you want to scan a pre-operative tooth or a wax-up. Pre-op scans can be used in combination
with the Library tooth or can be used as a template, like a bite registration.
1 On the Scan screen, click Scan Pre-Op.
Scan the pre-operative tooth or wax-up and adjacent teeth.
2 Prepare the tooth.
3 On the Scan screen, click the arch with the preparation.
A Time Saver message appears. This message only appears when the pre-op is scanned rst. The Time Saver option
allows you to duplicate the pre-op model and use the same data for the preparation model.
Time Saver cannot be used in conjunction with Impression Mode.
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4 Click OK to use the Time Saver. If you do not wish to use the Time Saver option, the preparation and adjacent
teeth can be scanned on their own. The following instructions assume the use of the Time Saver option.
A copy of the pre-op model is created in the preparation model color.
5 Click the Eraser Tool.
6 Erase the tooth that has been prepared and the marginal ridges of the adjacent teeth.
7 Click the Eraser Tool to deactivate it.
8 Activate the scanner and begin the scans with the occlusal of one of the adjacent teeth. Once you have
established where you are, you can begin scanning the preparation.
9 Scan the entire preparation and any of the adjacent tooth data that was removed.
10 Click the bottom button on the scanner, click the Generate Model button, or press M on the keyboard.
Scanning Impressions
Remove the excess impression material so that the scanner can get closer for scanning.
Any impression material can be used. The system does not require a particular color or type of material.
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Positioning the Scanner
When scanning the impression, ensure the tip of the scanner is pointing towards the distal for the initial scans so that
the orientation of the model is correct.
Due to the nature of impressions, the normal positioning of the scanner may not be able to capture all of the walls
of the impression. You can also tilt the scanner up or down or turn the scanner perpendicular to the impression to
achieve the necessary point of view.
Scanning the Impression
Ensure the scanner is positioned correctly. See above for positioning. Be careful not to squeeze or otherwise distort
the impression while scanning.
On the Scan screen, the preparation’s arch is selected. Do NOT select Scan Bite Registration, which resembles an
impression.
1 Scan the impression.
2 Evaluate the model for low data.
Note that from the occlusal view, the impression can give the optical illusion of looking like a regular model.
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3 Rotate the model to see all of the impression. Be sure to check the contact areas on the adjacent teeth.
4 If there are areas that need additional scans, such as the interproximal area shown above, take extra scans.
5 Erase any extra data.impres
6 Click Impression Mode to invert the model into the normal view. All other screens will use the inverted
model of the impression for creating the proposal.
A message appears; “Inverting the impression model will reset associated margins and restorations. Are
you sure?” Click Yes to invert the model.
7 Click the Margin screen and continue with the normal procedure for drawing the margin and designing the
proposal.
Full Arch Scanning
For diagnostic cases, orthodontic aligners, or when sending a large restorative case (without drawing margins) to a
laboratory, select Full Arch as the restoration type on the Setup screen and click Scan to proceed.
Full Arch scanning is dierent than restorative scans in several ways:
• Setup screen information is not entered.
• Export only - PlanCAD and PlanMill not available
• No margins are drawn. If you are scanning a large restorative case and sending it to a lab, ensure the margins
are visible without the need for the Retract tool.
• Buccal scanning - double buccal is enabled. Scan the molars on each side to get accurate alignment.
• Models must be manually aligned.
Use the method on the following pages when using Full Arch scans for the fabrication of appliances. Failure to
capture using this method may result in loss of accuracy.
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Scan the occlusal incisal surfaces
of the quadrant, rotate to scan the
When needed for renement,
an additional bite can be
captured in Buccal 2.
Turn the scanner around and
repeat the occlusal incisal,
lingual, and buccal scans. A slight
lingual rotation will help after the
180°turn.
Repeat the scan pattern for the opposing arch.
lingual then roll to the buccal.
While scanning, use the bottom button to activate/deactivate Active Filtering when needed to remove unwanted data.
Buccal Scan
Start the buccal segment scan over the gingival tissue of the maxillary
arch. Capture the maxillary teeth until the Maxillary Full Arch appears.
Then start to capture the mandibular until the Mandibular Full Arch
appears. In some instances, the models may not appear. In this case,
stop scanning and manually align the models in the Bite Align tool.
Use the Rene Alignment tool when needed after verifying the bite.
If additional alignment is needed, proceed to Buccal 2. Repeat the
renement on Buccal 2 when needed.
Restorative and Non-restorative
Planmeca Emerald™ Full Arch Scanning
First Half Second Half
Start scanning over the occlusal table
of the most distal tooth in the arch.
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Margin Tab
The Margin tab contains tools for quickly and easily creating and modifying the margin.
There are three tools on the Margin tab.
• Margin Tool
• Selection Area Tool
• Pre-op Editing Tool
Orientation
The Orientation tool is automatically activated when you rst access the Margin tab. For Scan Only cases, this step
can be skipped. If you are going to design the case, see the Planmeca PlanCAD manual for more information.
Margin Tool
Clicking the Margin Tool activates the margin editing mode in which various methods are available to
create and edit the margin.
There are three aids available when working with the margin:
• View ICE Preparation
• Show Features
• Toggle Margin
There are three options for creating your margin:
• Paint - Create the margin using a broad brush stroke.
• Trace - Create the margin using individually marked points along the edge.
• Lasso - Create the margin by marking several points along the edge
You can zoom and rotate the model while you are creating or editing the
margin.
After the margin is created, it can be edited using one or both of the following:
• Add Segments - Replaces existing segments of the margin.
• Move Margin - Adjusts the curve of the existing margin.
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Margin Aids
View ICE Preparation
For intraoral cases only.
Use View ICE Preparation to toggle between ICE view and stone view.
Show Features
Click Show Features to highlight high contour areas in green. This can be helpful in nding the margin
edge on supragingival preps, inlays, and onlays.
Creating the Margin
When creating the margin, use either the Paint, Trace, OR Lasso tool. They are not used in combination.
Paint tool
The Paint tool is recommended for supragingival margins.
1 Click the Paint tool.
The pointer changes to .
2 Hold down the mouse button and drag the Paint tool around the scanned prep to highlight the outer margin
edge. The margin doesn’t have to be perfect, but gaps must be avoided.
3 Click the Paint button again.
The system automatically draws the margin.
4 To delete the margin and start over, click the Paint, Trace, or Lasso button.
Trace tool
The Trace tool can be used on any margin, but it is especially recommended for
equigingival and subgingival margins.
1 Click the Trace button.
The pointer changes to
.
2 Click Show Features to highlight high contour areas in green.
3 Zoom in and rotate the model until there is a good view of the margin.
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4 Position the Trace tool in the middle of the green high contour indication on the margin.
Show Features is recommended as an aid in nding the edge of the margin, it is not necessary for using
the Trace tool. Draw the margin in the middle of the green high contour indication.
5 Click on the margin. A dot appears as the starting point.
6 There are two options when drawing the margin with Trace.
• Click along the margin in small increments. The system creates straight lines between each click.
• Hold down the left mouse button to draw a continuous line. Release the mouse at any time to stop. This
requires a steady drawing hand with the mouse and is not recommended for beginners.
If desired, switch between small clicks and continuous lines.
7 Click the starting point to nish the margin. The system automatically changes the trace line to a margin line.
Your margin should resemble the following.
8 To delete the margin and start over, click the Paint, Trace, or Lasso button.
Lasso tool
The Lasso tool is recommended for partial restorations and supragingival margins with a sharp edge.
1 Click the Lasso button.
The pointer changes to
2 Click along the margin at large intervals. The system creates a line along the edge
between each click.
The starting point and the most recent point clicked appear as blue dots.
3 Click to accept the previewed segment. Click the starting blue dot to nish the
margin.
4 To delete the margin and start over, click the Paint, Trace, or Lasso button.
If Lasso is having trouble nding the margin, you can change the ICE Margin Mode to Texture Only. See
.
below.
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Margin Tab Settings
ICE Margin Mode
For intraoral cases only.
ICE Margin Mode determines which view the system uses to create the margin curve when using the Lasso tool.
1 Click Settings.
2 Click ICE Margin Mode.
The default setting, Normal, means that the system uses both the stone and ICE view to determine where
the Lasso line should appear.
3 Select Texture only to indicate that the system should ignore the stone model and focus on the dierences in
the ICE view. If View ICE Preparation is deactivated, this setting returns to Normal mode.
4 Click Save to save the change or Cancel to exit without saving.
Modifying the Margin
The Margin tab provides two tools for modifying an existing margin path: Move Margin and Add Segments.
Before selecting a tool, enlarge and position the model to ensure an optimal view of the margin area. You can use
either tool or both sequentially, they do not remove previous changes when clicked like the margin drawing tools.
Toggle Margin
Once the margin is created, Toggle Margin shows or hides the margin. This is helpful in verifying the
margin has been drawn correctly.
Move Margin tool
Use the Move Margin tool to drag and drop a section of the margin into a new position.
1 Click the Move Margin button.
2 Position the pointer on the margin; click and hold down the mouse button.
Area of Inuence - Change the tool’s area of inuence by dragging the yellow button to increase or
decrease the size of the ellipse.
3 Drag the margin onto the margin shelf and release the mouse button.
The system automatically redraws the margin in the new location.
4 Repeat as needed.
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Add Segments tool
Use the Add Segments tool to redraw a portion of the margin.
1 Click the Add Segments button.
2 Start by clicking on a portion of the margin line that is acceptable. Then, click to add new points across the gap in
the line. A line traces where you click. Use multiple clicks to create a curve.
3 Click Add Segments. The system redraws the margin and removes the unacceptable section.
4 Repeat as needed.
Preview Library
Click Preview Library to display a preview of the library tooth on top of the preparation. The size of the
preview tooth is based on the margin. The tooth may appear small on partial restorations. The preview
tooth is positioned according to the Orientation. Click Orientation to use the library tooth as a guide to
change the model’s alignment.
Retract
Use the Retract tool on STL export cases with a subgingival or equigingival margin. This tool ditches the 3D model
since the margin line does not convert to STL.
ICE View is not converted to STL format and cannot be used as a visual aid by the recipient of your case.
Without virtual ditching, the margin may be dicult for your recipient to see.
1 After the margin has been drawn and edited, click Retract.
The system virtually removes part of the model outside of the drawn margin.
Margin drawn - No ditching Margin drawn - With ditching
Any changes to the margin will require the ditching to be redone. If you are doing a multiple restoration
case, nish all of the margin edits before using the Retract tool.
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2 Click Toggle Margin to view the ditched area without the margin. This is similar to what your STL recipient will
see.
3 Click Toggle Retraction to show/hide the virtual ditching.
Multiple Restorations
On multiple restoration cases, the tooth number is assigned to each preparation when the margin is drawn.
1 Click the desired tooth number tab.
2 Draw and edit the margin for the selected tooth number.
3 Select the next tooth number.
4 Draw and edit the margin for the selected tooth number.
Drawing the margins is how the tooth number is designated for each preparation. If the wrong tooth number is
selected when a margin is drawn, the margin must be marked again on the correct tooth tab.
See “Drawing Pontic Margins” for information on margins for bridges.
Selection Area Tool
For designing systems only. See the PlanCAD User Manual for more information.
Edit Pre-Op Tool
For designing systems only. See the PlanCAD User Manual for more information.
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Drawing Pontic Margins
A margin is drawn for each tooth in the bridge.
1 Click the tooth number tab for each abutment and draw the margin on the selected tooth.
An edentulous space does not technically have a margin. The margin is drawn to aid the design process.
2 Click Trace and designate the position and extension of the base of the pontic on the gingival tissue to t the
appropriate contour.
Do not go too far down the curve of the gingival tissue or you may not be able to t the bridge in the
block.
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Exporting Data
The screenshots in this chapter are not created by E4D Technologies and may have changed since this
manual was published. Please see the Romexis User Manual or www.planmecausasupport.com for more
information on Romexis.
There are several methods for sharing digital information using Romexis.
• CAD/CAM cases can be transferred between other Planmeca Emerald or E4D systems.
• STL les of CAD/CAM data can be exported as 3D Models to and from an external source.
• View images on an iOS device with iRomexis installed. See Romexis manual for more information.
• Securly send cases over the internet using Planmeca Romexis Cloud services (see Romexis manual) or send
to a lab through DDX.
Exporting a CAD/CAM Case
1 To export a le to share with another Planmeca system, click File - Export - Export CAD/CAM Case.
2 Select the destination folder and enter a le name. Click Save.
Exporting 3D Models
3D Model Export
To export 3D models in STL format click the case in the Patient’s Case Files list then 3D model export.
1 Navigate to the desired destination folder. It is recommended to create a new folder on the desktop to easily nd
the les later.
2 Click Save
For equigingival or subgingival margins, ensure you have used the Retract margin tool. The drawn
margin is not saved and the STL recipient will not be able to use ICE View to nd the margin. See “Retract”
in the Margin chapter.
DDX Export
To send CAD/CAM or STL models via the DDX network to registered DDX Labs. See Romexis User Manual for
conguration instructions.
The recipient can import the STL les or the entire cad/cam case if they have our design software.
Sending Cases Through DDX
1 In the CAD/CAM module of the active patient, select the desired case le.
2 Click DDX Export.
If you are currently logged into DDX, you will see details of your other cases.
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The available models for the case that you have selected are listed near the bottom of the screen. Ensure you have a
ditched_prep model if your case has equigingival or subgingival margins. See “Retract” in the Margin chapter for more
information.
3 Select STL (3D Models Only) or Native PlanCAD (All Data) as the export type at the bottom of the screen. Labs
must have Romexis PlanCAD software in order to use the PlanCAD data. Ask your lab which export type they
prefer.
4 Click Create a New Case.
If you are not already logged into DDX, a login screen will appear.
5 Select the desired lab from the list of My Labs or Find A Lab.
6 Fill out the form. You must select a Procedure and type the tooth number(s). The rest of the elds are optional.
7 Click Submit Case.
The system returns to the DDX Cloud screen. Wait for the case to appear in the Existing Files section.
A red progress bar appears when the case automatically uploads. The screen closes when the upload is nished.
If the case does not automatically upload, click on the le in Existing Files and click the Add Files button.
A PlanScan panel is available in the Dentrix Chart. See Dentrix user manual for details and instructions.
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Planmeca Emerald Specifications
Model Number: Planmeca Emerald
P/N: 15610001
Electrical Ratings: 5Vdc,
Storage conditions: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Operating conditions:
15 °C to 28°C (59 °F to 82 °F)
5%-95% non-condensing relative humidity
Environmental pressure range 0.74 atm - 1.05atm (75.3 kPa - 106.6 kPa)
Dimensions:
Scanner with tip - 1.6 x 1.8 x 9.8 inches (41 x 45 x 249 mm)
Scanner without tip - 1.6 x 1.8 x 6.5 inches (40.5 x 45 x 165 mm)
Scanner tip - 0.96 x 0.96 x 3.5 inches (24.6 x 24.6 x 88.6 mm)
Weight:
Scanner with tip and cable - 11.8 oz (335 g)
Scanner base - 7.7 oz (218 g)
Scanner tip - 0.6 oz (17 g)
Scanner cable - 4.2 oz (120 g)
Applied Part
The scanning tip is the only applied part.
Cables
When connecting components, ensure you use only the cables provided with the system.
Applicable Standards
Product Safety
ANSI/AAMI ES60601
IEC 60601-1, 3rd Edition
EMC
IEC 60601-1-2
US FCC CFR 47, Part 15B
Laser Product Safety
IEC 60825-1, 2nd Edition
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Packaging and Environmental
ISTA Class 2A
Biocampatibility
ISO 10993
European Standards
93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive
EN 60601-1:2006 Safety of Medical Electric Equipment
EN 60601-1-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products
EN ISO 14971:2012 Risk Management
EN ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems
EN ISO 10993: Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices
Canadian Standards
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60601
SOR-98-282 Canada Medical Device Regulations
ICES-001 ISM Radio Frequency Generators
US Food and Drug Administration
US FDA CFR 21 Part 1040.10 Laser Products
US FDA Laser Notice 50
CFR 21, Part 820
FDA Class II Special Controls for Computer Assisted Design and Manufacturing of Dental Restorations
International Standards
ISO 14971:2007
ISO 13485:2003
Approvals (All Systems)
North America Product Safety Mark (NRTL) - UL C/US
International CB Scheme Product Safety Test Certicate (UL)
CB Scheme EMC Test Certicate (INTERTEK)
CE Mark (TUV)
Quality System Certications ISO 13485 Registered Firm
Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
dated June 24, 2007.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. (Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.)
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions
The Emerald is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specied below. The customer or the user of the
Emerald should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment - guidance
RF emissions CISPR 11 Group 1 The Emerald uses RF energy only for its internal function.
Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are not likely
to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissions CISPR 11 Class A The Emerald is suitable for use in all establishments other
Harmonic emissions IEC 61000-3-2 Not applicable
Voltage uctuations / icker
emissions IEC 61000-3-3
Not applicable
than domestic and those directly connected to the public
low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings
used for domestic purposes.
Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity
The Emerald is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specied below. The customer or the user of the
Emerald should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance
Level
Electrostatic discharge
(ESD) IEC 61000-4-2
Electrical fast transient/
burst IEC 61000-4-4
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5
Voltage dips, short
interruptions and
voltage variations on
power supply input
lines
IEC 61000-4-11
+/- 6 kV contact
+/- 8 kV air
+/- 2 kV for power supply lines
+/- 1 kV for input/output
+/- 1 kV dierential mode
+/- 2 kV common mode
<5% Ut
(>95% dip in Ut)for 0,5 cycle
40% Ut
(60% dip in Ut) for 5 cycles
70% Ut
(30% dip in Ut) for 25 cycles
<5% Ut
(>95% dip in Ut)for 5 sec.
+/- 6 kV contact
+/- 8 kV air
Not applicable Mains power quality should be that
Not applicable Mains power quality should be that
Not applicable Mains power quality should be that
Electromagnetic Environment guidance
Floors should be wood, concrete
or ceramic tile. If oors are covered
with synthetic material, the relative
humidity should be at least 30%
of a typical commercial or hospital
environment
of a typical commercial or hospital
environment
of a typical commercial or hospital
environment.
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Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance
Level
Power frequency (50/60
3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic
Hz) Magnetic eld
IEC 61000-4-8
Note: Ut is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
Electromagnetic Environment guidance
elds should be at levels
characteristic of a typical location
in a typical commercial or hospital
environment.
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Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test
Level
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
3 Vrms
150 kHz to
80MHz
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
3 V/m
80 MHz to
Compliance
Level
Not
applicable
3 V/m
Electromagnetic Environment - guidance
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should
be used no closer to any part of the Emerald, including cables,
than the recommended separation distance calculated from
the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
2.5GHz
where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter
in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and
d is the recommended separation distance in metres (m).
Field strengths from xed RF transmitters, as determined
by an electromagnetic site survey,a should be less than the
compliance level in each frequency range.b Interference may
occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following
symbol:
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is aected by absorption and reection from structures,
objects and people.
a. Field strengths from xed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio,
AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment
due to xed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured eld strength in the location in which the
Emerald is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the Emerald should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal
performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the Emerald.
b. Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, eld strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
Recommended Separation Distances
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the
Emerald
The Emerald is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are
controlled. The customer or the user of the Emerald can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining
a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Emerald
as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum
output power of
transmitter W
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
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Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m
150 kHz to 80 MHz
80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the
Emerald
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d
in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the
maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is aected by absorption and
reection from structures, objects and people.
Emerald Optical Specications
Caution Using controls, making adjustments, or performing procedures in a manner other than is specied in this
documentation may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Laser Class
a
Class 2
Output 6.2 mW
Wavelength Range 400 - 700 nm
Beam divergence 10 degrees
a. Laser product classied to standard IEC/EN 60825-1:2007-03 Ed. 2.0
The scanner’s laser projection system utilizes a divergent beam powered by a non-accessible laser source with
a maximum power output of 200 mW. The scanner incorporates design features that prevent exposure to any
hazardous levels of laser radiation in normal operation modes and in any reasonable fault conditions.
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Labels
Symbols
The following symbols are used on various labels on the system.
Symbol Denition
Authorized Representative in the European community
Class 2 electrical product
Date of Manufacture
DC Current
This product must NOT be disposed of with other waste. It is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their
waste electrical and electronic equipment by handing it over to an approved reprocessor, or by returning
it to E4D Technologies for reprocessing. For more information about where you can send your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city oce or E4D Technologies.
European conformity
General mandatory action
General warning
Laser warning
Lot number
Mandatory Safety ISO 7010-M002
Manufacturer
Catalog number
Serial number
Standby IEC 60417-5010
Type B Applied Part IEC 60417-5840
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Product Identication Labels
Axed to the scanner are product identication labels that contain identication and safety information. Be certain
to read all product labeling.
If any of the labels are missing or illegible, please contact E4D Technologies Customer Support for
replacement labels.
The labels may have changed since this book was published.
External Components and Connectors
When connecting external components to the system, attach only components that have been tested for compliance
with IEC 60601-1 or UL60950.
Connectors for attaching external devices conduct low voltages. Avoid touching the connector pins.
UL Listing
UL Medical Equipment Listing
MEDICAL - GENERAL MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
AS TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005)
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60601-1:2008
EN 60601-1 (2006)
IEC 60601-1-2
IEC 60825-1
30SD
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Scanning Troubleshooting/Repair
If you have questions, please contact Customer Support at
Toll Free 800-537-6070
E-mail customersupport@e4d.com
Fax 972-479-1106
Hours of Operation
Web site www.e4d.com
Mailing Address
Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action
No power Power cable unplugged Verify power cable is plugged into a live AC
Login screen appears Screensaver login turned ON Go to properties, then screen saver and turn it
Failing to send
restoration
Software freezing Low memory Re-start application or re-start system.
Mouse not
responding
Laser ickering Scanner Cable not grounded
7 am – 7 pm CT (Monday - Thursday)
8 am – 5 pm CT (Friday)
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Richardson, TX 75081 USA
outlet.
Outer power supply switch
turned OFF
Inner power supply switch
turned OFF
Low batteries Replace batteries.
Loose mouse dongle Ensure dongle is plugged into a USB port.
properly
Set power supply rocker switch at rear of the
unit to “ON” position.
Ensure switch on power supply is turned ON.
(Call Customer Support)
OFF.
Call Customer Support.
Call Customer Support.
Case Backup
Your patient and scan data is backed up automatically on the hard drive. If something happens give us a call at (800)
537-6070. We’ll be able to recover the scan data. Recovery not guaranteed.
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