Dental Wings is a Canadian dental CAD/CAM company that was acquired by the Straumann Group and has become an important component of Straumann's digital strategy.
Product Features
The flagship Dental Wings intraoral scanner (Virtuo Vivo) uses structured-light imaging technology and offers:
Lightweight, compact handpiece (approximately 130 g) with a small scanning tip for improved patient comfort and access
Powder-free, real-color scanning
Open STL format for compatibility with third-party systems and laboratories
Deep native integration with Straumann implant systems, coDiagnostiX implant planning software, and DWOS CAD software
Seamless data transfer via DWOS Connect for chairside or lab workflows
The scanner supports restorative, implant, and limited orthodontic applications and is designed as an entry point into the broader Straumann digital ecosystem.
Ecosystem Value
The primary strength of Dental Wings lies in its role as the scanning gateway for Straumann's closed-loop digital workflow:
Capture intraoral data with Virtuo Vivo
Transfer directly into coDiagnostiX for precise implant planning
Connect to Straumann implants, abutments, and restorative solutions
Straumann's additional investments and partnerships (including with 3Shape) further expand connectivity options within the group's digital portfolio. This ecosystem approach is particularly valuable for implant-focused practices already committed to Straumann products.
China Market Presence
Straumann maintains strong brand influence and market share in China. However, the Dental Wings Virtuo Vivo scanner itself has received relatively limited independent promotion. It is more commonly positioned as a complementary device within Straumann's overall digital solutions package rather than a standalone flagship product.
Who Is the Dental Wings Scanner Best Suited For?
Practices heavily invested in the Straumann implant and digital ecosystem (especially in Europe and other established markets)
Clinics that prioritize seamless integration between scanning, implant planning (coDiagnostiX), and Straumann restorative components
For clinics seeking maximum flexibility across multiple implant brands, laboratories, or CAD platforms-or those prioritizing local support and cost-performance in Asia-fully open systems often provide greater long-term versatility.
Open-System Alternative for Greater Flexibility
If your clinic values open file formats, strong local support, and excellent cost-performance without being locked into a single implant ecosystem, consider the Aident AI-30 Intraoral Scanner:
True 10 μm accuracy
Ultra-lightweight 156 g handpiece for all-day comfort
Powder-free true-color scanning with intelligent anti-fog heating
20–25 mm depth of field and ≥30 frames per second
Full-arch scans typically under 60 seconds
Fully open STL / PLY / OBJ export for any CAD software, laboratory, implant system, or 3D printer
Designed for competitive factory-direct pricing and practical regional support
Pair the AI-30 with Aident's dental lab scanners and Ai-C60 3D printers to create a complete, efficient Scan → Design → Print digital workflow that works across multiple systems.
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