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Digitization and its futuristic approach in prosthodontics
Ritika Bhambhani1, Jayanta Bhattacharya2, Saibal Kr Sen2
1Department of Prosthodontics, Gurunanak Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Kolkata, 700114 India ; 27E/5, Baburam Ghosh Road, Tollygunge, Kolkata, 700040 India.
Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society
|January 17, 2014
Summary
Digitization is transforming prosthodontics, with digital techniques increasingly used in procedures from diagnostics to prosthesis fabrication. This digital shift enhances dental education, patient care, and research, paving the way for future robotic restorations.
Area of Science:
- Dental Technology
- Prosthodontics
- Digital Health
Background:
- Contemporary prosthodontics is rapidly integrating digital technologies.
- Conventional procedures like impressions, radiography, and prosthesis fabrication are evolving.
- The pace of technological change presents challenges for practicing dentists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the impact of digitization on various aspects of prosthodontics.
- To explore how digital techniques have modified traditional dental procedures.
- To discuss the current and future role of technology in prosthodontics.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and technological advancements in prosthodontics.
- Categorization of digital applications in education, diagnostics, treatment, fabrication, and research.
- Analysis of the integration of technologies like CAD-CAM, stereolithography, and virtual reality.
Main Results:
- Digitization has impacted all areas of prosthodontics, including diagnostics (digital radiographs), treatment (CAD-CAM implant surgeries), and prosthesis fabrication (rapid prototyping).
- Digital tools enhance dental education through virtual patient programs and simulation.
- Advanced technologies like optoelectronic jaw motion recording and digital testing devices are improving precision.
Conclusions:
- Digitization offers extensive scope for innovation in clinical and laboratory procedures within prosthodontics.
- The integration of digital workflows streamlines processes and improves patient outcomes.
- Future developments may include remote robotic procedures, signifying a new era in dental restoration.
