- Preparation Before PIM Solution Scanning

📌 Recommended PIM Solution Workflow 

📌 Creating A PIM Project In DOFSync

📌 Preparing And Attaching The PIM Scanbody

📌 Recommended PIM Solution Workflow 

When scanning a PIM solution, we recommend scanning in the following workflow.

📌 Creating A PIM Project In DOFSync 

To scan with FREEDOM Air's PIM solution, you must first create a PIM project in DOFSync.
Create a PIM project by following the steps below.

After launching ScanApp i (Air) from DOFSync, follow the recommended workflow and complete the scans step by step.
Once scanning is finished, proceed to the 'Confirm' step to generate the data.

For detailed PIM Solution scanning strategy, please refer to the related documents below.

📌 Preparing And Attaching The PIM Scanbody 

After completing the base scan, check the condition of the scanbodies and attach the appropriate PIM scanbody that matches the patient’s oral condition.

1. Check PIM KIT Before Scanning 

- Check the PIM Guide: 

Before scanning with the PIM solution, make sure the illumination extension lens inside the PIM guide is in good condition.
If there are any contaminants on the lens, clean it gently with a dry soft cloth.

- Check the PIM Scanbody: 

The PIM solution captures the position of the scanbody and the placed MUA by recognizing the unique scanbody pattern.
To ensure accurate data acquisition, the scanbody pattern must remain intact without any damage.

Always check the condition of the scanbody before starting the scan.

Usable PIM Scanbody	Unusable PIM Scanbody
A scanbody with no contaminants or blood, and with the original shape of the dedicated pattern (code) fully preserved.	A scanbody with contaminants or blood that distort the dedicated pattern(code). A scanbody with any damage to the dedicated pattern(code).

2. PIM Scanbody Connection 

- Step1. Check MUA position: 

1. Check the position of the MUA in the mouth, then select the scanbody type that suits each location.
- By default, use the SQ type.
- If needed, the L type can be used for the most posterior MUA position.

- Step2. Attach the scanbody

1. Place the scanbody on the MUA, making sure that no soft tissue or debris is trapped between them.

2. Use a hand driver to connect the scanbody to the MUA.
- Scanbody orientation: The flat surface of the scanbody should face forward.

3. Tighten the screw with the hand driver until it no longer turns.

Recommended Scanbody Connection	Not Recommended Scanbody Connection
Both SQ type and L type scanbodies are connected facing forward. The L type scanbody is connected so that its dedicated pattern (code) is not covered.	SQ type and L type scanbodies are connected in a direction other than forward. The dedicated pattern (code) of the L type scanbody is covered when connected.

- Step3. Final fixation: 

1. After hand-tightening, secure the scanbody with a torque wrench.

2. When using the torque wrench, apply torque within the range of 10–15 N·cm only.
- Excessive force may damage the screw, MUA, or implant fixture.

- Step4. Verify fixation: 

1. Check that the scanbody does not move after tightening.

2. Ensure there is no gap between the MUA and the scanbody.

3. For more accurate verification, it is recommended to confirm fixation with a periapical radiograph (PA).

- Step5. Scanbody cleaning and drying: 

To ensure scanning accuracy, always check the scanbody for contamination before scanning.

1. Checking the scanbody condition: After attaching the scanbody, check its condition to ensure it is not contaminated with blood or debris.

2. Cleaning and drying the scanbody: If blood or debris is present on the dedicated pattern of the scanbody, cleaning and drying must be completed before scanning.
- Clean the dedicated pattern area of the scanbody using a 3-way syringe, water, or a cotton pellet moistened with alcohol.
- After cleaning, thoroughly dry any remaining saliva and cleaning fluid (water) in the oral cavity and on the scanbody.

Contaminated Scan Body After Attachment	Cleaned and Dried Scan Body
Scanbody in a state where the dedicated pattern is contaminated by blood or debris Difficulty in recognizing the dedicated pattern, which may result in scan errors Cleaning and drying required to prevent accuracy degradation	Scanbody in a cleaned and dried state Clear recognition of the dedicated pattern of the scan body Accurate data acquisition possible