Facially guided multidisciplinary treatment workflow in complex tooth wear

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Restorative Dentistry
• Digital Dentistry

Background:

• Tooth wear (TW) is a complex, multifactorial condition requiring preservation of tooth structure.
• Minimally invasive protocols are the preferred initial treatment for long-term tooth structure preservation.
• Restorations must address tooth structure loss in all three dimensions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To emphasize the importance of a comprehensive, facially driven treatment protocol for tooth wear.
• To highlight the role of digital scanning technology in improving treatment outcomes.
• To explore the benefits of integrating facial scanning in multidisciplinary dental treatments.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive patient evaluation and detailed treatment planning with an occlusal enhancement focus.
• Implementation of a facially driven protocol, utilizing facial scanning devices.
• Multidisciplinary team collaboration involving dentists and dental laboratory technicians.

Main Results:

• Facial scanning aligns final outcomes with initial designs and patient expectations.
• Digital technology reduces distortion in complex, multidisciplinary treatment plans.
• Enhanced communication and decision-making among the clinical team and dental laboratory.

Conclusions:

• A facially driven, minimally invasive approach is crucial for managing tooth wear.
• Digital scanning technology significantly improves the predictability and efficiency of complex dental restorations.
• Improved interdisciplinary communication through digital tools leads to better patient care and outcomes.