Switch to DS Core
Make the move from Connect Case Center to DS Core and unlock faster, smarter, and more secure collaboration with our lab.

Switching to DS Core Is Easy
The switch to DS Core is underway, make sure you’re ready with PFD Digital. Follow these easy steps to keep your digital workflow smooth and uninterrupted. Don’t wait until the last minute — setting up now means less stress and no delays later.
Benefits for the Dental Practice
- Enhanced communication with PFD Digital Lab
- Use CEREC or Connect Software to scan
- Keep all your media in the DS Core media library
- No licenses needed
- Receive design proposals from PFD Digital Lab and see what we see
- Add X-rays and other files to your case submission

How to Scan & Send Cases With DS Core

Step 1
Set up scan case
Select a patient, create, and define a Treatment. Click on DI Scan and select the scanner you want to use

Step 2
Scan patient
Connect SW automatically opens in the acquisition phase.
Perform patient scans according to the required scan catalogues for the treatment.
Once the model is calculated, the scan is automatically uploaded to DS Core.

Step 3
Check model and margin
DS Core automatically pre-draws the preparation margins and sets the model axis for your convenience.
Confirm these settings or adjust them if necessary. Once finalized, close the editor.

Step 4
Send order to lab
Click on Order. The details will be filled in accordingly to the Treatment you’ve created.
Add further files and comments if needed. Lastly, select PFD Digital Lab and place the order.
You can now see the status of your order from the dashboard and use the chat to communicate with your lab.