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Pavel Hyspler1, Jakub Strnad2, Radim Sala3
1Head, Dental Department, The Military University Hospital Prague, Prague, Czech Republic; and PhD student, 1st Medical Faculty, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic.
The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
|July 24, 2023
Summary
A new digital workflow enhances implant accuracy for complex dental restorations. This method uses a scanner, analog, and interim prosthesis to refine the virtual model, improving prosthetic outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Digital dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Accurate implant positioning is crucial for successful extensive prosthetic restorations.
- Current methods for verifying implant position can be time-consuming and may lack precision.
- Digital workflows offer potential for improved accuracy and efficiency in dental procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a fully digital method for verifying and enhancing implant position accuracy.
- To present a cost-effective, time-saving, and versatile procedure for prosthetic restorations.
- To refine the virtual definitive cast using digital tools.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a laboratory scanner for digital data acquisition.
- Employing a scannable implant analog for precise reference.
- Fabricating a printed interim implant-supported prosthesis for verification.
- Refining the virtual definitive cast based on scanned data.
Main Results:
- The described digital method effectively verifies implant position.
- The procedure increases the accuracy of implant placement in extensive restorations.
- The workflow is cost-effective and time-saving compared to traditional methods.
Conclusions:
- A fully digital workflow provides a reliable and accurate method for implant verification.
- This technique enhances the precision of implant-supported prosthetic restorations.
- The described procedure offers a versatile and efficient solution for dental professionals.
