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Designing CAD/CAM Surgical Guides for Maxillary Reconstruction Using an In-house Approach
Published on: August 24, 2018
A technique for fabricating a milled titanium complete-arch framework using a new CAD/CAM software and scanner with
Ilser Turkyilmaz1, Neset Volkan Asar
1Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, San Antonio, Texas, USA. turkyilmaz@uthscsa.edu
Abstract:
By using traditional casting procedures, accurately fitting of complete-arch frameworks that are screwed on multiple implants is difficult to achieve. The introduction of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques for fabricating custom 1-piece titanium frameworks simplifies this challenge and reduces time spent by the restorative dentist. This report presents a milled titanium complete-arch mandibular framework using a new planning software and a new scanner using non-contact laser probe, which eliminates the need for wax pattern fabrication.

