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Virtual Articulator Software: Accuracy, Usability, and Clinical Applicability: A Systematic Review.
Ravinder S Saini1, Hatim Hashim Alshoail2, Masroor Ahmed Kanji1
1Department of Allied Dental Health Sciences, COAMS, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia.
International Dental Journal
|April 1, 2025
Summary
Virtual articulators offer accurate simulation of dental articulations, comparable to traditional methods. These software platforms enhance treatment planning and clinical workflows in dentistry.
Area of Science:
- Dental Technology
- Digital Dentistry
- Biomechanical Simulation
Background:
- Virtual articulator software is increasingly used in dentistry for simulating occlusions and mandibular movements.
- A lack of comprehensive comparisons regarding their accuracy, usability, and clinical value exists.
- This study addresses the need for evaluating these digital tools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically evaluate virtual articulator software platforms.
- To compare their accuracy, user-friendliness, and clinical relevance.
- To provide insights into their application in modern dental practices.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was performed across major scientific databases (PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, etc.).
- Studies published up to 2023 comparing virtual articulator software were included.
- Research quality was assessed using QUIN and Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT), with evidence certainty evaluated by the GRADE framework.
Main Results:
- Out of 3,091 articles, 17 met the inclusion criteria, analyzing various systems like Panadent, Ortho CAD™, and CAD/CAM.
- Virtual articulator software demonstrated efficiency and user-friendliness.
- These digital tools serve as effective alternatives to traditional articulators.
Conclusions:
- Virtual articulators show comparable accuracy and precision to traditional methods.
- They accurately simulate occlusal relationships and mandibular movements, improving treatment planning.
- Despite the need for standardized assessment, virtual articulators are suitable for diverse clinical scenarios.
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