We’ve answered common questions about how our digital dental design service works.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Invision Smile Trial?
Our signature process, a digitally designed, 3D-printed preview of your patient’s future smile. It’s where artistry meets cutting-edge technology, helping your patient see and feel the transformation before committing.
Do you only do cosmetic design work?
Our core focus is high-end aesthetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitations, veneers, smile makeovers, and motivational mock-ups.
While our retainers, dentures, and veneers are currently produced for internal cases only, we are now offering 3D-printed resin as a precise, efficient alternative to composite bonding as well as resin printed veneers. We can also provide high-quality printed temporaries for crown work—delivering accuracy, consistency, and excellent aesthetics to support your clinical outcomes.
How do I start a case?
Log in to the Clinician Portal. -> Upload your scans and photographs. -> Select your desired service.
If you have any questions or need clarification regarding your case, you also have the option to book an appointment with Juliana.
What photos do I need to upload and how to do a proper scan?
Clinician Guideline for Smile Design Records
1. Frontal Portrait with Retractors
- Follow the Smile Design Photography Guideline for patient positioning and camera angle.
- Ensure level alignment with teeth and eyes, avoiding upward or downward tilt.
2. Frontal Portrait without Retractors
- Capture a natural frontal shot immediately after removing retractors.
- Keep the head and camera in the same position for consistency.
3. Frontal Portrait in Repose
- Ask the patient to relax lips with the mouth slightly open.
- Expression should be natural, not forced.
- Maintain the same head and camera position as previous photos.
4. Intraoral Scan
- Perform a full-arch intraoral scan.
- Pay special attention to capturing the bite registration thoroughly and accurately.
- Double-check that occlusion and contact points are clearly recorded.
General Notes for Clinicians:
- Use consistent lighting and a neutral background.
- Ensure high-resolution images and complete scan data.
- Patient should be upright with natural head posture.
- Confirm all records before dismissing the patient.
Can I talk to someone before the design starts?
No, this is only an optional addition, you don’t HAVE to discuss each case with technician. You will be sent a design file to approve first before completing the case design.
How do I request a Smile Preview Shell?
Simply select Invision Smile Trial when submitting your case, the 3D-printed shell will be part of your delivery package.
How long does each design take?
Most Smile Trial cases are completed within 5–7 business days from consult to delivery of 3D shells. Complex cases may require additional time.


