Scanning the Future ― The Evolution and Prospects of Digital Dentistry ― - The 6th International Dental Symposium

Session

Moderator

Japan

Dr. Noriyuki
Hoshi
星
憲幸先生

Dr. DT DH

10/ 4（sun）

15:15 - 16:45

4F〜6F ホール C

Session 36

Scanning the Future
― The Evolution and Prospects of Digital Dentistry ―

未来をスキャンする
～デジタルデンティストリー、その進化と展望～

With the widespread adoption of intraoral scanners (IOS), dentistry has seen significant improvements in efficiency, treatment consistency, and information sharing. In this session, speakers will present practical clinical applications of IOS and discuss how digital workflows are influencing the quality of care, clinical workflows, and patient communication. The session will also explore how digital dentistry will continue to shape the future of clinical practice.

Japan

Prof. Noriyuki
Hoshi 星
憲幸先生

Chief Professor, Department of Oral Digital Science, Kanagawa Dental University神奈川歯科大学歯学部
口腔デジタルサイエンス学分野
主任教授

Moderator & Lecturer

Implementation of Intraoral Scanners: Fundamental Knowledge and Key Principles for Successful Clinical Application

口腔内スキャナー導入ガイド：基礎知識から「失敗しない」活用の鉄則まで

Why Intraoral Scanners Now? The Decisive Differences from Conventional Impression Taking and the Innovation They Bring to Clinical Practice
"Scanning Techniques" to Maximize the Fit Rate of Prosthetic Restorations — Blind Spots and Tips for Preventing Errors
Boost Your Private Pay Rate with "Visual Counseling"! How to Leverage Digital Data to Move Patients' Hearts
Accelerate Your Return on Investment (ROI)! Rethinking "Dental Laboratory Collaboration" and "Cost Reduction" After Introducing an IOS — How Intraoral Scanners Transform Practice Management

なぜ今、口腔内スキャナーなのか？従来の印象採得との決定的な違いと診療革新とは
補綴装置適合率を最大化する「スキャニング・テクニック」—エラーを防ぐための盲点とコツ
「見せるカウンセリング」で自費率アップ！患者の心を動かすデジタルデータの活用術
投資回収（ROI）を加速させる！IOS導入後に見直すべき「技工所連携」と「コスト削減」～口腔内スキャナーで変わる医院経営～

The digital impression technique using intraoral scanners (IOS), which is currently gaining wider insurance coverage, is expected to become a core modality in future dental practice. However, its full benefits can only be realized through appropriate application. In this lecture, I will provide a clear and easy-to-understand explanation of the latest information on IOS (Intraoral Scanners), along with key precautions for their use and the appropriate target cases, focusing on content that will be useful for your clinical practice starting tomorrow.

Japan

Dr. Toshiyuki
Kitamichi 北道
敏行先生

Kitamichi Dental Clinic きたみち歯科医院

Lecturer

The Evolution of IOS in Clinical Practice
— Achieving Greater Accuracy, Efficiency, and Predictability in Everyday Dentistry —

Evolution of IOS and the turning point for clinical adoption
Keys to successful IOS clinical practice (preparation and scanning techniques)
Changes in clinical practice and treatment quality brought about by digitalization
Future perspectives on digital dentistry and related equipment

The implementation of a fully digital workflow, including IOS, requires appropriate clinical judgment in selecting suitable cases. This lecture will use clinical cases to discuss indications for IOS, key considerations, and practical approaches to managing potential challenges. Furthermore, from the perspective of a private practitioner, I will share my thoughts on the challenges and potential of digital dentistry, with a focus on further enhancing the quality of treatment achieved through digitalization.

Japan

Dr. Gunpei
Koike 小池
軍平先生

Koike Dental Clinic小池歯科医院

Lecturer

Beyond Scanning in Dentistry
— How IOS is Redesigning Clinical Practice, Teamwork, and Management —

スキャンの先にある歯科医療
― IOSが再設計する臨床・チーム・経営 ―

Integration
Workflow
Prevention
Visualization
Communication
Digital Transformation

IOSを診療フローに無理なく組み込む具体的な運用設計
補綴治療におけるIOS活用と院内デジタルワークフローの実際
IOSデータを活用した予防歯科・メインテナンスへの応用
プラーク可視化と患者コミュニケーションへの実践的活用
IOS導入が診療効率・チーム連携にもたらす臨床的メリット

Intraoral scanners (IOS) are evolving beyond digital impression devices into platforms that can redesign clinical workflows, team-based dentistry, and practice management itself. This lecture will present the future potential of IOS applications beyond restorative dentistry, including preventive care, patient communication, denture workflows, and integration with FaceScan and 3D printing technologies, illustrated through practical clinical cases.