[CAD/CAM application in complete denture prosthodontics].

Area of Science:

• Dental prosthetics
• Digital dentistry
• Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM)

Context:

• Conventional complete denture fabrication is time-consuming and involves multiple laboratory steps.
• Edentulous patients require precise and cost-effective prosthetic solutions.
• Advancements in digital technology offer potential improvements in dental workflows.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the AvaDent® system for complete denture fabrication.
• To assess the clinical efficiency and accuracy of CAD/CAM technology in prosthodontics.
• To compare the digital workflow with conventional methods for complete dentures.

Summary:

• The AvaDent® system integrates scanning and CAD/CAM for complete denture fabrication, utilizing specialized trays for initial patient recordings.
• Virtual modeling (CAD) and milling (CAM) eliminate traditional flasking and packing, reducing working time.
• The absence of polymerization shrinkage ensures accurate denture fit, enabling high-quality, cost-effective prostheses in two appointments.

Impact:

• Significantly reduces clinical and laboratory working time for complete dentures.
• Improves the precision of fit and cost-effectiveness of edentulous patient prosthetics.
• Streamlines the digital workflow for efficient delivery of high-quality complete dentures.