3Shape Protocol

3Shape Protocol

3 Shape Protocol


Step by step guide, Best Practices, and Guide Download


Step By Step Guide


Step 1: Download the OneBite Tool 
  • Select and open Control Panel
  • Select Download Center
  • Select Download Libraries in drop down menu

  • Select OneBite Evolution Cube and press Save

Step 2: 3 Shape Dental Manager
  • Select create a new case

  • Enter in the details of the patient

  • Select additional scan

  • Select cube scan of patient

  • Click “OK” to create order

  • Right click and select import scans

  • Import the upper and lower scan of the patient


Step 3: Align the Scans
  • Select Additional scans and select align. Then check the 3 point alignment box.

  • Select 3 matching points on the upper scan and the bite.

  • Press align and the upper will align to the cube bite.

  • Adjust the occlusal plane to roughly match the upper arch (this will be adjusted to the correct position in articulation).

  • Click on virtual articulation port scan.


Step 4: Digitally Articulate the Case
  • Click on virtual articulation port scan.

  • Within the 3Shape software, select the desired digital articulator. Then, open the tool dropdown menu and choose the OneBite Evolution Cube.

  • Click change default placement method.

  • Select use articulator tools and click perform placement.

  • Select 3 points on cubes and click align.

  • Enter the midline (Y) value the doctor provided as a negative number.

  • Enter the baseline (Z) value the doctor provided as a positive number.

  • The case is now articulated in the accurate position of the maxillary arch.


Downloadable Resources: 3 Shape Protocol Guide

3 Shape Protocol.pdf