Digital technology has profoundly impacted every aspect of dentistry. Advances in computerized digital technologies have led to the development of sophisticated diagnostic tools, improved clinical treatment options, and enhanced quality of oral care, resulting in a significantly better patient experience.
The integration of computerized digital technologies with biomechanical engineering in clinical dental care has facilitated the creation of the 'virtual patient,' a digital simulation that allows for comprehensive pre-treatment planning. Key components of this integration include electronic patient records, digital photography, digital X-ray, and digital intraoral scanners.
Currently, treatment can be planned and executed differently: We can now more accurately define the timing and limitations of proposed treatments, design smiles with ideal, customized proportions before initiating any aesthetic procedures, digitally understand, and create optimal tooth design, color, and position. Furthermore, we can analyze bone quality and quantity, which enables the development of surgical guides for pre-planned, fully guided dental implant surgeries. These advancements minimize unnecessary procedures and result in more accurate restoration of teeth and implants, improving aesthetics, biological compatibility, and functionality.
Dental material science and technology are also evolving in response to this digital transformation. High-strength materials, specifically designed for CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing) systems, which include 3D printers and multi-axis milling machines, have been developed. These materials offer enhanced aesthetics, long-term survival rates, and stability, with most clinical trials reporting survival rates exceeding 90%. Today, high-quality dental materials such as lithium disilicate, zirconia, titanium, resin, and composite can be precisely manufactured using these machines to produce the most accurate prosthesis.
As trained dental professionals, we play a crucial role in ensuring restoration quality. This includes selecting appropriate materials for specific restorative situations and choosing the optimal method and material to meet each patient's aesthetic, biological, and functional requirements.
3D Digital Impression
Surgical Blueprint and Guide
Aesthetic Vision
3D Custom Preview
Digital design software
Multi-axis milling machines