Digital technologies are rapidly changing dental practice, making diagnostic, planning, and treatment processes more accurate, informative, and focused on patient interaction. One of the key innovations in recent years is the development of intraoral scanners — devices that replace traditional impressions with digital three-dimensional models, improving data quality and facilitating workflows for both clinicians and laboratories. The industrial design of such devices is becoming no less important than their technical specifications: ergonomics, aesthetics, and ease of use directly affect the dentist’s daily work. In this context, a device that recently received a prestigious award in the field of industrial design reflects modern trends in the integration of engineering art and medical technology.
The 3Shape TRIOS 6 intraoral scanner was recognized with the European Product Design Award (EPDA) 2025 in the Industrial/Healthcare: Medical Products category, which testifies to the recognition of its design, functionality, and potential for application in dentistry. EPDA is an international award celebrating innovations in design, usability, sustainability, and market potential of products in various fields, including medical and scientific developments.
The TRIOS 6 combines thoughtful ergonomics with modern Scandinavian design: an elongated, pen-like shape ensures a comfortable grip, reducing strain on the user’s hand during prolonged scanning. The new metallic blue color of the housing and the specially designed aluminum POD (holder) enhance the aesthetic effect and emphasize attention to detail, which is rarely seen in traditional dental equipment.
Launched in March 2025, the TRIOS 6 brought a significant technological update — hyperspectral technology, which simultaneously uses data obtained from white, fluorescent, and near-infrared light. This innovation provides scanning resolution up to 110% higher than previous models in the TRIOS series, making the TRIOS 6 one of the most accurate digital devices for obtaining three-dimensional models of the oral cavity available on the market.
Integration with Dx Plus software allows the scanned data to be used to aid in the objective diagnosis of key oral conditions. The obtained results are visualized as three-dimensional models, which can be shown to the patient directly in the chair or shared via the DentalHealth mobile app, increasing patient awareness and helping them better understand their health status and the proposed treatment options.
The awarding of the TRIOS 6 with the EPDA reflects not only the aesthetic appeal of the device but also its innovative combination of engineering solutions and clinical utility. In recent years, the TRIOS line from 3Shape has won numerous international awards: four Red Dot Design Awards and the title of “Best of Class” Technology Award from Cellerant for twelve consecutive years, which underscores the consistent recognition of the brand in the global digital dentistry market.
In a competitive landscape with other digital scanners, where the main focus is often solely on technical specifications or cost, recognition at the European level makes the TRIOS 6 not only a technological but also a cultural benchmark for manufacturers of innovative dental equipment, confirming the importance of harmony between functionality and design.
The EPDA award received by the TRIOS 6 underscores the growing importance of integrating design, technology, and user experience in the development of dental equipment. The digital transition in dentistry requires not only increased accuracy and speed of data acquisition but also convenience for the doctor and patient, which increases operational efficiency, reduces staff fatigue, and makes the diagnostic process more transparent and understandable for the patient.
In the long term, such achievements stimulate competition in the industry, promoting the accelerated adoption of innovations, improving diagnostic standards, and strengthening trust in digital technologies among clinicians. The receipt of a prestigious international award by the TRIOS 6 serves as a marker that the future of dentistry is not only high technology but also a combination of aesthetics, ergonomics, and practical benefit.
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