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1Advimago, Center for Advanced Oral Imaging, Emile Clausstraat 42, 1050 Brussels, Belgium.
Journal of Dentistry
|June 23, 2018
Summary
Digital dental imaging, including 3D computed tomography, offers advanced treatment planning and follow-up. Enhanced digital technology knowledge is crucial for effective clinical adoption and error reduction in dental practices.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Medical Imaging
- Digital Health
Background:
- Recent advancements in dental imaging have digitized X-ray diagnostics and introduced novel optical imaging techniques.
- Digital imaging facilitates low-dose 3D computed tomography (CT) for enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
- Integration of various digital image data allows for sophisticated treatment planning and simulation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the digitalization of dental imaging techniques.
- To inform dental professionals about available digital tools for patient treatment follow-up.
- To address the gap in clinical knowledge regarding digital technology adoption.
Main Methods:
- Review of current digital dental imaging technologies, including digitized X-rays and optical imaging.
- Discussion of software capabilities for combining and manipulating diverse digital image data.
- Exploration of 3D printing applications for treatment simulation and transfer.
Main Results:
- Digitalization enables on-screen treatment planning and simulation.
- 3D printed models and aids enhance the accuracy of virtual treatment transfer.
- Digital tools support longitudinal follow-up of patient treatments.
Conclusions:
- Digital dental imaging offers significant potential for improved patient care and treatment outcomes.
- A knowledge gap in digital technology exists within clinical practice, potentially hindering adoption.
- Further education and training are necessary to maximize the benefits of digital tools in dentistry.
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