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Area of Science:

  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Dental Materials Science
  • Digital Dentistry

Background:

  • Physical impression-making using trays and materials has been a cornerstone of dentistry since the 19th century.
  • Elastomeric impression materials significantly improved the quality and predictability of traditional impressions throughout the 20th century.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state of physical impression-making techniques in dentistry.
  • To introduce and discuss the advancements in digital impression technology as the next step in dental impression-making.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical development of dental impression techniques.
  • Analysis of advancements in elastomeric impression materials.
  • Exploration of the introduction and progress of digital impression systems.

Main Results:

  • Physical impression techniques have a long history, with significant material improvements in the 20th century.
  • Digital impressions represent a major technological advancement in dental impression-making.
  • The article provides an overview of both physical and digital impression methods.

Conclusions:

  • Dental impression-making has transitioned from traditional physical methods to modern digital solutions.
  • Digital impressions offer a new frontier in acquiring and conveying dental information.
  • The evolution of impression technology continues to enhance restorative and rehabilitative dental care.