Shining 3D Aoralscan Elf
A lightweight, powder-free intraoral scanner built for fast, comfortable full-arch color scanning.
The Aoralscan Elf is Shining 3D's compact chairside intraoral scanner, designed to capture accurate 3D color images of teeth, gingiva and oral mucosa without any powder spraying. It scans a single tooth, several teeth, or a complete dental arch, and is intended for dental professionals working in orthodontic, implant and restorative workflows. With a slim handpiece, three interchangeable tip sizes and AI-assisted bite optimization, the Elf keeps scanning quick and easy for the clinician while staying gentle for the patient. Captured data exports as open STL, OBJ and PLY files, so it drops straight into whatever CAD/CAM or lab pipeline you already run.
Why the Aoralscan Elf stands out
-
Powder-free color scanning — captures true-color 3D images of teeth and soft tissue with no spray step, making the workflow faster and more comfortable for patients.
-
High-speed capture up to 20 frames per second — the fast acquisition rate improves image accuracy and reduces time-lag while you sweep the arch. On average, a single jaw scans in no more than 3 minutes.
-
Three tip sizes for every case — standard, big and mini tips let you match the scan field to the situation, from full-arch work down to narrow posterior areas or patients who cannot open wide.
-
IntelliBite bite optimization — when scanning the occlusion, IntelliBite is enabled by default to automatically optimize the bite registration and keep the arches aligned within an acceptable range.
-
Plaque Detection Scan — a dedicated mode maps the distribution and range of colored plaque across the tooth surface, giving you a clear visual aid for patient education and hygiene tracking.
-
Heated, anti-fog tip — the tip heats automatically to prevent condensation on the mirror, so scans stay clear from the first frame; the scanner also identifies which tip type is attached and adjusts accordingly.
-
Autoclavable, reusable tips — each scanner tip can be cleaned, disinfected and high-temperature sterilized up to 100 times, supporting a safe, cross-contamination-free workflow.
-
Open export formats — scan data saves as STL, OBJ and PLY and moves directly into CAD/CAM systems, with no proprietary lock-in.
Specifications
| Parameter |
Description |
| Type |
Intraoral Scanner (color, powder-free) |
| Scanner tip types |
Big tip, standard tip, mini tip |
| Scan field (L×W) |
Big tip: 19 × 14 mm · Standard tip: 16 × 12 mm · Mini tip: 12 × 9 mm |
| Scanning depth |
22 mm (-2 mm to 20 mm from the tip window) |
| Scanner size (L×W×H) |
245 × 30 × 26 mm (±4 mm) |
| Scanner weight |
124 g (with standard tip, without cable) ±20 g |
| Scanning speed |
Up to 20 frames per second |
| Light source |
LED and laser |
| Wavelength |
Blue laser: 450 nm · White LED: 400–780 nm |
| Scanner tip connection |
Pluggable (auto tip recognition) |
| Tip reuse |
Sterilized/disinfected by user, up to 100 times |
| Connection |
USB Type-C (to computer) |
| Power |
Input: 5V DC / 3 A |
| Output formats |
STL, OBJ, PLY (open) |
| Operating temperature |
10°C – 30°C (recommended 20°C – 30°C) |
| Device lifecycle |
8 years |
What's in the box
- Scanner body
- Scanner tips: standard tip (big tip and mini tip optional)
- Connection cable
- Cradle
- Calibrator (with dust cover)
- Dust cap for the scanner body
- USB flash drive (IntraoralScan software)
- Quick guide and certification
- Maintenance / disinfection guides A and B
- Package box
The number and size of scanner tips is selectable. The mini tip is intended for patients who cannot fully open their mouth or for scanning narrow areas such as the back-teeth region.
Official Shining 3D documentation
The manufacturer’s official guide — full specifications, setup, and safe operation.
Questions about the Aoralscan Elf? Talk to a Dentcore Shining 3D specialist.
Shining 3D Q3/Q4 Rebate Program
Eligible scanner and printer-bundle purchases from July 1 through December 31, 2026 may qualify for a Shining 3D end-customer rebate after submission and validation. Scanner rebates require a qualifying same-category trade-up; first-time scanner customers do not qualify.
Review Shining rebate eligibility
Eligibility, availability, manufacturer terms, and final pricing are reviewed by Dentcore before order release. Offers may change or be declined if requirements are not met.
