Planmeca Begins Accepting Orders for Onyx Intraoral Scanner

The Planmeca Onyx intraoral scanner is now available to order. Planmeca positions it as a scanner for accuracy, comfort, and flexible workflows. It captures digital impressions in any order, runs wired or wireless, and processes scans inside Planmeca Romexis software. Independent accuracy data is not yet published, so the claims below come from Planmeca unless noted.

TL;DR

Quick read for clinicians weighing a new scanner purchase.

• Planmeca opened orders for the Onyx scanner on June 22, 2026, after revealing it at IDS 2025.

• AutoMerge algorithms combine scan segments captured in any order, per Planmeca.

• It scans wired or wireless, with three batteries rated at up to 45 minutes each.

• Onyx connects to the Planmeca PULSE ecosystem, including PlanMill units and the Creo X printer.

• No independent accuracy testing has been published yet, so verify performance during a demo.

What Planmeca Onyx Brings To The Operatory

Planmeca Onyx uses optical sensors and LED lighting to capture surface geometry and detail. According to Planmeca’s press release, the scanner covers the standard range of indications, from check-ups to restorative, orthodontic, implant, and maxillofacial cases. Clinicians new to the category can read this intraoral scanner guide before comparing models.

Scanning runs inside Romexis, Planmeca’s platform for diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient communication. The product page lists support for full-arch scans, partial scans, scan bodies, and closed and open bites. Buyers usually compare Onyx against established models such as the iTero Element 5D and the Medit i700, which have a longer clinical track record.

Segment Scanning With AutoMerge

Onyx lets clinicians capture scans in any order and in separate segments. Planmeca’s AutoMerge algorithms combine the parts into a single 3D model, and continuous tracking aims to hold the scan together as the operator moves. The benefit depends on how well the merge performs on difficult arches, which independent testing has not yet measured.

Order-independent scanning can lower the learning curve for assistants and new graduates. Practices moving from trays and PVS impressions get a digital path without a fixed scanning sequence. The operator can pause, reposition, and resume without restarting a quadrant.

Reliable first-pass scans reduce remakes, which saves chair time. How often Onyx achieves that on full-arch cases will become clearer once clinicians publish field reports.

Scanning Accuracy And Depth

Planmeca describes the optics with LED lighting and scanning depth that reach interproximal areas and subgingival margins without repeated passes. Romexis receives software updates over time. Margin accuracy matters most for crowns, inlays, and onlays, where fit affects longevity, so this is the area to test during a demo with the practice’s own cases.

No third-party trueness or precision study for Onyx exists at launch. Until one appears, clinicians can use published write-ups on comparable scanners, including the Primescan 2 review and the 3Shape TRIOS review, as reference points rather than direct equivalents.

Wireless When You Want, Corded When You Need

Onyx runs wirelessly or with a cord, so the operator selects the mode for the case. Wireless use adds freedom of movement. The corded option keeps the scanner running through long sessions. Planmeca ships a charging station and three batteries, each rated for up to 45 minutes of scanning. Real battery life depends on settings and usage.

Three batteries support a rotation: one in use, one charging, one on standby. That reduces the downtime a single-battery scanner can cause during a full day, though it also means tracking and maintaining three cells over time.

Reusable Tips And Handling

The autoclavable scanning tips can be reused, which cuts disposable waste and supports infection control. A memory chip in each tip tracks usage. Two sizes are offered: a standard tip and a SlimLine tip for smaller mouths. Reusable tips lower running costs but require sterilization time between patients.

Planmeca describes Onyx as lightweight and compact. Operators who want a fixed screen position can pair it with the mobile scanning station, Planmeca Imprex, which is a separate purchase that sets the display at a chosen height and angle.

Integration With Planmeca PULSE

Onyx is part of the Planmeca PULSE ecosystem and connects with Planmeca’s CAD/CAM lineup. Scans appear on Romexis workstations for planning, restoration design, and aligner consultations. Designs transfer to Planmeca PlanMill milling units or the Planmeca Creo X printer. This integration works best for clinics already committed to Planmeca hardware and is less seamless with third-party systems.

The chain supports same-visit crowns, veneers, inlays, and onlays for practices that own the milling or printing equipment. Pontus Degerlund, CAD/CAM Director at Planmeca, said the team wanted a scanner that adapts to how clinicians work. Practices weighing in-house production can compare independent equipment reviews against these vendor claims.

Single-visit workflows remove temporaries and second appointments for suitable cases, though they add equipment cost and a learning curve. Planmeca says Romexis AI tools can generate an implant plan proposal in seconds, a claim worth verifying on real cases during evaluation.

Multi-Room Use And Open Files

Onyx can move between rooms and serve multiple users after a one-time network setup. Any computer on the network can monitor the scan, which suits group practices, dental schools, and dental chains. The platform exports STL and PLY files without click fees, which Planmeca highlights against closed systems that charge per scan.

Open files support lab collaboration through Romexis Cloud. Orthodontic teams should confirm aligner pathways, since compatibility varies by provider; this guide on scanner Invisalign compatibility covers the current picture.

Supported Clinical Indications

Onyx targets the daily caseload of general and specialist practices.

• Dental check-ups

• Prosthodontics and restorative cases

• Implantology and scan bodies

• Orthodontics and clear aligners

• Dental sleep medicine

• Orthognathic surgery planning

Built And Tested In Finland

Planmeca manufactures Onyx at its Helsinki headquarters under strict quality control. Each unit goes through calibration and testing before shipment. Continuous software updates support durability and reliability over the product’s life. For pricing, availability, and ordering, clinics contact their local Planmeca distributor, since regional restrictions apply.

Bottom Line

Planmeca Onyx offers order-independent scanning, wired and wireless modes, reusable tips, and integration with the Planmeca CAD/CAM line. On paper, it fits restorative, orthodontic, and implant workflows, and clinics already using Planmeca hardware stand to gain the most from the PULSE connection.

The open questions are the ones any new scanner carries. No independent accuracy data exists yet. The integration advantages narrow outside the Planmeca ecosystem, and pricing varies by region. Clinics should run a hands-on demo with their own cases and request a written quote before deciding.