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ClearPilot Version 9.0
ClearPilot Description and Features
ClearPilot is ClearCorrect's treatment planning tool, providing a visual simulation of the treatment process based on a setup created by a technician using the prescription, instructions, and patient records such as clinical photos, impressions/scans, and x-rays. This tool presents a sequential 3D animation illustrating the movement of teeth, aiding both you and your patient in visualizing the treatment goals.
ClearPilot empowers you with control and flexibility throughout the entire treatment process, allowing customization of treatment setups through:
- Robust 3D Controls
- Optimized Visual Interface
- Enhanced Analysis Tools
All these features are easily accessible in an intuitive web-based software accessible via the Doctor Portal.
The Treatment Setup
Every ClearCorrect case includes a Treatment Setup, a 3D representation of the movements planned for the patient’s teeth before and during treatment. It includes every step, movement, and recommended procedure over the course of the case. Once you approve the setup, we will use the corresponding data to manufacture the aligners.
Reviewing and approving the treatment setup is a key part of treatment planning, allowing you to define the treatment goals for your patient. Understanding your role in managing Treatment Setups is essential for success in treatment planning.
- Clinician's Role
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This is where you define and optimize the treatment goals for your patient. As the treating clinician, you have full responsibility for the treatment and can tailor it to meet both your and your patient’s expectations.
Treatment Setups are reviewed in ClearCorrect’s treatment design tool – ClearPilot.
- ClearCorrect's Role
- ClearCorrect’s role is to support you in creating the ideal treatment plan for your patient. Recommendations are provided based on your prescription, but they are flexible, allowing you to make adjustments as needed to tailor the treatment for each patient.
The Treatment Setup is made available to you in ClearPilot after you submit your case & records in the Doctor Portal. After submitting your records, it usually takes a few days to create the setup.
There is no cost associated with submitting your order & records. You'll receive an email when your Treatment Setup is ready for review.
To learn more about Treatment Setup please refer to the following article:
How to Access ClearPilot
ClearPilot can be accessed through the Doctor Portal in just five simple steps.
- Sign in to your Doctor Portal account.
- Navigate to the Manage Orders section on the Doctor Portal Home Page.
- Find the case you want to view in ClearPilot.
- Click on the aqua colored Treatment Setup icon.
- The Treatment Setup will open in a new browser window in ClearPilot.
Header and Right Panel Features
The Header and Right Panel contains the following features:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Header |
The header contains the following information:
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| Configuration Menu |
The Configuration Menu (☰) located in the header contains the following functions and features:
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| Comments Tab |
The Comments Tab in ClearPilot provides a chronological view of all comments related to the treatment setup, with the latest comments at the top. It includes:
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| Notes Tab | When you click on Notes, you can add private details about the case, such as specific items to review before approving the setup or to track patient appointments |
| Media Tab |
When you click on Media, you have the option to view the documents and records related to the case, including:
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| Action Buttons |
The bottom of the panel allows you to:
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Left Menu Features
In the Left Menu you will find the following tools or features:
Dr. Edits Tools
Dr. Edits is where you can access 3D controls for:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Tooth Movement | Enables single or multi-tooth movement, multiple IPR editing, and tooth lock/unlock |
| Features | Allows you to place engagers, cutouts, or bite ramps on a selected tooth. Simply click the plus symbol, then double-click the desired tooth. A customization window will then open, enabling further adjustments to the feature |
| Tilt/Cant | Adjust the 3D model in all directions to ensure precise alignment with facial features and patient's profile |
| Bite Jump | Visualize and edit the simulation of final occlusal relationship after tooth movements |
| Arch Editing | A blue line appears for both the upper and lower arches, helping guide controlled movement while maintaining the arch shape |
| Recursive Arrows | Use these arrows to Undo single edits, Redo single edits, and Remove All Edits |
Measurement Tools
This is where you can access a variety of measurement tools and features for analyzing the Treatment Setup, including:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Movement Chart | See total movement planned at the end of treatment or the movement planned for each step |
| Bolton Analysis | A table showing tooth-size discrepancy between the upper and lower arches |
| Measure | To measure the point-to-point distance between two selected points |
| Arch Measurements | Measurements include central incisor, intercanine, and intermolar distance in mm |
| Grid | Enables a 1mm grid over the treatment simulation |
| Superimpose | This feature is used to compare any step of treatment to the starting position of treatment |
| Occlusal | Occlusal Heat Map feature indicates areas of occlusal intersection in different colors based on 3 different contact ranges |
Viewing Tools
This is where you can access a variety of viewing tools and features, including:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Gums | Visibility of gums on the 3D model |
| Gum Transparency | This feature can make it easier to see the points of occlusal contact |
| IPR | Flags between teeth indicate collision or spacing in increments of tenths of a millimeter—red flags for collisions and green flags for spacing. Arrows in the tooth movement menu allow for individual or multiple IPR adjustments. |
| Features | This includes visualization of engagers, cutouts and bite ramps |
| Trimline | View the trimline position |
| Tooth IDs | Tooth numbering based on your selected notation type |
| Limits & Alerts | Triangles show the predictability of tooth movement at the indicated location |
| Pontics | This includes visualization of pontics, bars and guides |
| Side-by-Side View | View different setup versions at the same time |
| Treatment Overview | View treatment instructions, steps and duration |
| Multiview | View the upper and lower arches |
Customize or Disable the Expandable Left Menu
The Left Menu lets you customize which features are visible and includes an expandable description option or to display only icons if preferred.
- Select Customize Toolbar at the bottom of the menu
- The tools will be in jiggle mode allowing you to relocate tools
- To add tools, select the + symbol which appears next to the tool when hovered over
- To remove tools, select the – symbol which appears next to the tool when hovered over
- To complete customization select Customize Toolbar at the bottom of the menu
- Click on the tool you want to activate; it will turn aqua once activated.
- Access the ClearPilot Configuration Menu in the right panel
- Click the gear icon for Other Settings
- Toggle Expandable Left Menu to turn off
- The expandable menu will no longer appear and only the icons will show
Footer
The footer’s main feature is the treatment timeline controls for the 3D treatment simulation (Treatment Setup) in the Main Display Window. Let’s explore the details of what the footer includes.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Treatment Timeline |
The Treatment Timeline provides several options for navigating between the steps of the Treatment Setup, you can:
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| Treatment Timeline Hotkeys |
Utilize keyboard hotkeys to navigate the Treatment Setup timeline:
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| Versions |
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Main Display Window
The Main Display Window houses the 3D treatment simulation model (Treatment Setup), where you can:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Increase Image Size |
To increase the size of the image:
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| Decrease Image Size |
To decrease the size of the image:
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| Model Rotation | To rotate the model, Left-click and hold down on the image, then rotate it into your desired view/angle by moving your mouse |
| Model Movement | Manipulate the location of the models within the Main Display Window by Right-clicking and holding down on the model, then drag to the desired location |
| Arch Menu |
Use the Arch Menu Shortcuts in the upper right of the Main Display Window to:
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Mobile View
ClearPilot offers a convenient and user-friendly mobile version. With ClearPilot Mobile View, you can review and approve orthodontic cases anytime and anywhere. This simplified version provides essential features for on-the-go case management.
Key features on ClearPilot Mobile View:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Patient Information | Access patient's name, case number, and treatment option |
| Interactive Model Control | Utilize touch screen functionality to manipulate the virtual model |
| Treatment Timeline Navigation | Navigate through treatment steps using the timeline or utilize Play, Next, and Back buttons for seamless progression |
| Full View Option | Switch to the full ClearPilot desktop view by selecting the Full View button |
| Detailed Treatment Setup | Click on the View icon to show or hide the engagers, cutouts, bite ramps, IPR, and pontics |
| Treatment Overview | Access the Tx Overview icon to see the planned actions for each step requiring your attention |
| Superimposition Feature | Activate the Superimpose icon to compare any step of treatment to the starting position of treatment |
| Case Approval | Click on the Approve icon to review the setup and submit the case for final approval |
| Share Link | Click on the Share icon to copy a shareable link or share by email |
Sharing the Treatment Setup
A link is available to a shareable version of the treatment setup, which hides the patient's name and other treatment information. Share the provided URL and password by email or open in a browser window to show the patient chairside.
There are three locations where you can capture the shareable Treatment Setup link:
- Open the ClearPilot Configuration Menu, found in the top right-hand corner of the screen
- Click on the Share icon
- Choose your preferred sharing method:
- Copy the shareable link
- Copy the password
- Send the link via email
- Select the ACTION NEEDED tab
- Locate and select Show patient link
- Copy the provided URL and password, if provided
- Share with your patient
The share link can also be opened on mobile devices. While on your mobile device, simply click on the Share icon at the top of the screen to either copy a shareable link or share by email.
The patient Mobile View will not show the patient's name, case number, or treatment setup and the approve icon will not be available.
Features and tools available:
- The Treatment Overview
- The Treatment Timeline
- The View Shortcuts
- The Play, Next & Back buttons for navigating through the setup
- The Superimpose tool
Conclusion
ClearPilot Treatment Planning Tool has been designed to assist you in generating the desired Treatment Setups for your patients.
At ClearCorrect, we are dedicated to enhancing your experience and equipping you with the necessary resources to advance your practice.
With ClearPilot's 3D Controls, you have access to powerful tools for developing customized treatment plans. These controls empower clinicians to adjust their Treatment Setups to precisely align with the unique goals of each patient.
Other related articles you may find helpful:
- ClearPilot™ - Using the Dr. Edits 3D Controls Tool
- ClearPilot - Treatment Setups
- ClearPilot - Treatment Setups Best Practices
- ClearPilot - FAQs
For more detailed training on how to use ClearPilot, please visit Ortho Campus.
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