Planmeca has released Romexis 7, the latest version of its all-in-one dental imaging software, making AI-powered features available as standard for all users. The update represents the most significant advancement in Planmeca's software ecosystem since the original Romexis launch, bringing automated diagnostics and workflow optimization to practices of all sizes.
What Romexis 7 Delivers
The software introduces AI capabilities across the full imaging spectrum. For intraoral imaging, Romexis 7 automatically recognizes and numbers each tooth, then places images into study templates without manual intervention. For CBCT, the system provides automatic recognition and segmentation of patient anatomies, including individual teeth and the mandibular nerve — a critical safety feature for implant planning and third molar extraction.
The most striking feature is the automated implant planning workflow. Romexis 7 delivers complete implant plan proposals with minimal user input in as little as 9 seconds. The system analyzes bone density, available bone volume, and anatomical landmarks to suggest optimal implant position, diameter, and length.
CBCT images and intraoral scans are automatically fitted together using AI alignment, eliminating one of the most time-consuming steps in digital workflow integration.
Privacy by Design
A critical differentiator for European practices: all AI processing takes place locally on the user's workstation. No patient data is transmitted to cloud services. This addresses GDPR compliance concerns that have slowed AI adoption in European dental practices, where many clinicians have been hesitant to use cloud-based diagnostic AI due to data sovereignty requirements.
The software is fully compatible with both Windows and macOS, removing a barrier for Mac-using practices that were previously limited in their AI imaging options.
Market Context
Planmeca's decision to include AI as standard rather than as a paid add-on is strategically significant. Most competitors (Dentsply Sirona, Carestream, Vatech) offer AI features as separate subscriptions or modules. By bundling AI into the base software, Planmeca aims to accelerate adoption and create a competitive advantage for its hardware ecosystem.
The move also reinforces Planmeca's position following the 2022 acquisition of KaVo. With both brands now under one roof, the combined software platform serves one of the largest installed bases of dental imaging equipment in Europe.
What This Means for CEE
Poland is Planmeca's strongest CEE market, with significant installed bases in both academic institutions and private practices. Promedus and EUR-MED, the primary Polish distributors, have begun rolling out Romexis 7 upgrades. For existing Planmeca users, the upgrade is available at no additional license cost.
For practices considering new imaging equipment, Romexis 7 strengthens the case for Planmeca's ecosystem, particularly for those who want AI capabilities without recurring subscription fees.
FAQ
Is Romexis 7 a free upgrade for existing users? Yes, for practices with current Romexis licenses, the upgrade to version 7 is included. Contact your Planmeca distributor for the update.
Does the AI require cloud connectivity? No. All AI processing runs locally on the workstation. No patient data leaves the practice.
Does Romexis 7 work with non-Planmeca imaging devices? Yes, the software supports DICOM imports from other manufacturers, though AI features are optimized for Planmeca hardware.
Source: Planmeca Newsroom