Digital workflows for the management of tooth wear

Area of Science:

• Restorative Dentistry
• Digital Dental Technology

Background:

• Traditional methods for treating tooth wear are increasingly being supplemented or replaced by digital technologies.
• Digital advancements have impacted various dental procedures, including photography and radiology, and are now integral to patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive, step-by-step overview of the digital workflow for managing patients with tooth wear.
• To highlight the increasing accessibility and adoption of digital technologies in restorative dentistry.

Main Methods:

• The paper outlines a digital workflow applicable to both simple and complex restorative cases.
• It emphasizes the continuous development of digital systems and clinician interfaces.

Main Results:

• Digital workflows are becoming more accessible to a wider range of dental practitioners.
• The use of digital technology in clinical practice is expected to grow across the dental profession.

Conclusions:

• Digital technology offers a viable and evolving approach to restoring dentition in patients with tooth wear.
• The digital workflow is becoming increasingly integrated into modern dental practice, enhancing treatment possibilities.