CEREC® Primescan™ 3D Digital Scanners in Southeast Portland, OR
Experience the most accurate 3D intraoral optical scanner on the market—capturing over 1,000,000 3D data points per second for micron-precise crowns, implants, veneers, and clear aligners with zero messy putty trays.
The accuracy of every dental restoration—whether a crown, bridge, veneer, implant, clear aligner, or nightguard—begins with the accuracy of the initial impression. Traditional rubbery impression trays can distort as they are removed from the mouth, trigger a strong gag reflex, and miss microscopic details along the gumline. Even among digital scanners, optical precision varies dramatically from brand to brand.
At Mountainside Family Dentistry in Southeast Portland (3740 SE 122nd Ave), Dr. Anthony El Youssef, Dr. Raphael Joseph, and Dr. Aziz Azar use Dentsply Sirona’s flagship CEREC® Primescan™—widely recognized in peer-reviewed prosthodontic research as the most accurate 3D intraoral scanner on the market. Processing more than 1,000,000 3D points per second, Primescan™ powers our single-visit (“same-day”) CEREC® zirconia crowns, 3D-guided dental implants, custom porcelain veneers, and clear aligners.
¡Hablamos Español! Our Spanish-speaking team is available all days and hours. Ask our team to show you a live 3D Primescan™ digital model of your teeth on our chairside touchscreen at your next visit.
Why CEREC® Primescan™ Is the #1 Most Accurate Scanner on the Market
The Clinical Science Behind CEREC® Primescan™ Accuracy
When designing a custom crown, bridge, veneer, or implant restoration, a gap of even 50 to 100 microns along the gumline can allow bacteria to leak beneath the restoration. Here is how CEREC® Primescan™ achieves industry-leading accuracy where older scanners fall short:
Smart Pixel Sensor™ High-Frequency Contrast
Instead of stitching together low-resolution snapshots, Primescan’s Smart Pixel Sensor™ calculates high-frequency contrast at over 1 million 3D coordinates every second—eliminating stitching drift across the entire arch.
Razor-Sharp Subgingival Margin Capture
With dynamic optical depth scanning up to 20 mm, Primescan™ reads delicate chamfer and shoulder margins right at or beneath the gumline—so your crown or veneer seals seamlessly against your natural tooth.
No Reflective Glare or Powder Needed
Older scanners struggled with shiny enamel, moisture, titanium implant abutments, or existing metal fillings. Primescan™ scans natural teeth, ceramics, and polished metals effortlessly with zero messy contrast powder.
Micron-Level Digital Bite Registration
By scanning how your upper and lower teeth close together in natural occlusion, Primescan™ maps exact chewing contact points so your new crown, bridge, or nightguard feels natural the moment it is placed.
What to Expect During Your 3D Primescan™ Visit
60-Second Full-Color 3D Scan
We glide the smooth, self-heated (anti-fog) Primescan™ optical wand gently over your teeth. We can pause at any second if you want to swallow, ask a question, or rest your jaw.
Chairside Touchscreen Review
Within seconds, a high-definition, full-color 3D model of your teeth and gums appears on our touchscreen monitor so your doctor can zoom in and show you every detail of your smile.
3D Occlusal Contact Mapping
You gently close your teeth together for a 15-second buccal bite scan. The software automatically calculates exact chewing pressures, interproximal contacts, and margin tolerances.
Instant CAD/CAM Fabrication
Your 3D digital file goes straight to our in-office CEREC® milling unit for single-visit zirconia crowns, or is transmitted digitally to our partner orthodontic and prosthetic labs in seconds.
How CEREC® Primescan™ Powers Every Restoration We Offer
Crowns, Bridges, Implants & Veneers (100% Digital)
For custom zirconia crowns, dental bridges, dental implants, porcelain veneers, clear aligners, and custom nightguards, we rely exclusively on 3D CEREC® Primescan™ optical scanning—eliminating messy alginate or PVS putty impressions completely.
3D CBCT + Primescan™ Implant Fusion
When planning a dental implant, we merge your high-resolution Primescan™ surface scan with your 3D CBCT jawbone scan—allowing us to design the exact crown emergence profile and root angle before surgery even begins.
Included at No Extra Cost With Your Restorative & Orthodontic Care
At Mountainside Family Dentistry (3740 SE 122nd Ave), our 3D CEREC® Primescan™ digital impressions are a standard part of your crown, bridge, implant, veneer, aligner, or nightguard appointment at zero extra fee. Our office is open Mon–Wed 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Thu–Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and we accept most major PPO dental insurance plans as well as Cherry Payment Plans and our In-House Membership Plan.
Frequently Asked Questions About CEREC® Primescan™
Why is CEREC® Primescan™ considered the most accurate 3D intraoral scanner on the market?
Independent prosthodontic and university studies consistently rank Dentsply Sirona’s CEREC® Primescan™ #1 in both single-tooth margin precision and full-arch trueness. Its patented Smart Pixel Sensor™ captures over 1,000,000 3D points per second and consolidates 50,000 optical frames per second with dynamic depth scanning up to 20 mm—producing sub-20-micron accuracy across enamel, gum tissue, and deep subgingival margins.
Does CEREC® Primescan™ use any X-ray radiation?
No. CEREC® Primescan™ is a 100% radiation-free optical camera system. It uses safe, high-frequency short-wave optical light to capture a photorealistic 3D digital surface model of your teeth and gums.
Which procedures use CEREC® Primescan™ digital scanning at Mountainside Family Dentistry?
We use CEREC® Primescan™ exclusively for all digital impressions on single-visit CEREC® zirconia crowns, dental bridges, 3D-guided dental implants, custom porcelain veneers, Invisalign® and SureSmile® clear aligners, and custom bruxism nightguards—and combine it with precision functional impressions for full and partial dentures.
How long does a full-arch CEREC® Primescan™ 3D scan take?
A complete upper and lower 3D optical arch scan plus digital bite registration typically takes just 60 to 120 seconds, with zero messy putty trays, zero gagging, and instant chairside 3D visualization.
Ready for Comfortable, Putty-Free 3D Digital Dentistry?
Schedule a gentle evaluation with Dr. Anthony El Youssef, Dr. Raphael Joseph, or Dr. Aziz Azar at Mountainside Family Dentistry in Southeast Portland.
