Maxillary and mandibular implant rehabilitation using a completely digital workflow: A technique

Area of Science:

• Dental Implantology
• Digital Dentistry
• Prosthodontics

Background:

• Complete arch implant scanning presents challenges in data acquisition and scan alignment.
• Current methods can be technique-sensitive, impacting restoration accuracy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a novel technique for complete arch implant scanning.
• To enable virtual alignment and articulation at optimal occlusal vertical dimension and centric relation.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a fixed custom scan body with a specific geometry.
• Integrated scan bodies, interim prosthesis, and custom scan body in a digital workflow.
• Achieved virtual alignment and articulation through geometric relationships.

Main Results:

• The novel technique facilitates accurate virtual alignment and articulation.
• A completely digital workflow streamlines the scanning and planning process.
• Overcomes challenges associated with traditional complete arch implant scanning.

Conclusions:

• The presented technique offers a simplified and accurate approach to complete arch implant scanning.
• This digital workflow enhances the precision of virtual alignment and articulation for implant restorations.