PDF: Current Status of Digital Complete Dentures Technology
Fabrication of complete dentures (CDs) utilizing computer-aided design and computeraided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) methods has attracted a lot of attention.
The purpose of this paper was to summarize current knowledge about digital CDs and the relevant technology, and to present the application of the new technology in a dental geriatrics case.
Initially, some of the challenges regarding digitization of the oral mucosa as a supporting surface of the CDs’ intaglio surface are listed.
Next, a brief introduction of the CAD software capabilities regarding CDs is presented.
The latest CAM additive and subtractive techniques for CDs are following. Subsequently, the consecutive steps for the construction of a digital CD as part of the prosthodontic treatment of a 90-year-old ambulative female patient are presented.
Finally, some considerations about the digital workflow in CD manufacturing are discussed.
In conclusion, the new digital technology has clear advantages; however, implementation requires careful planning. The digital workflow is applicable and versatile.
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