Intraoral Scanner
Last reviewed 13 June 2026 by Nick Lim, finance broker (FBAA).
Intraoral Scanner is a handheld device that captures digital 3D impressions of a patient's teeth, replacing traditional moulds in dentistry. It is a common clinical equipment purchase, usually funded through asset finance or a chattel mortgage, and often grouped with other dental equipment in a fit-out. Registered practices generally get strong terms because the income is stable and the asset is securable.
Why Intraoral Scanner Matters
An intraoral scanner is a smaller but frequent equipment buy, so financing it well keeps a practice's cashflow healthy.
- Digital 3D dental impressions
- Replaces traditional moulds
- Funded via asset finance or chattel mortgage
- Often part of a dental equipment package
- Strong terms for registered practices
Common Features of Intraoral Scanner
- Handheld digital scanner
- Improves patient experience
- Moderate capital cost
- A depreciating asset
- Financed alongside fit-out
Official reference: business.gov.au
What is an intraoral scanner?
A handheld device that captures digital 3D impressions of teeth, replacing traditional moulds.
How is an intraoral scanner financed?
Usually through asset finance or a chattel mortgage.
Can it be bundled with other equipment?
Yes, it is often financed with other dental equipment in a single facility.
Is it a depreciating asset?
Yes, it is depreciated over its effective life, with write-off rules sometimes applying.
Intraoral scanner vs CBCT?
A scanner captures surface impressions; a CBCT produces 3D internal imaging.