CAD/CAM

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Primescan

Primescan is an advanced intraoral scanner developed by Dentsply Sirona. Primescan is designed to capture highly detailed and accurate digital impressions of a patient's teeth and oral structures. These digital impressions can be used for various dental applications, including restorative work like crowns and bridges, orthodontics, and implant planning.
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Itero

An iTero scanner is a type of intraoral scanner commonly used in dentistry and orthodontics. These scanners are designed to capture highly detailed 3D digital impressions of a patient's teeth and oral structures. The digital impressions generated by an iTero scanner have a wide range of applications in restorative dentistry and orthodontic treatments.

CAD/CAM dentistry, which stands for Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing dentistry, is an innovative and technology-driven approach to various dental procedures. It involves the use of computer technology to design and produce dental restorations and appliances, such as crowns, bridges, dentures, orthodontic devices, and even inlays/onlays.

Here are key aspects and advantages of CAD/CAM dentistry:

  1. Digital Impression: CAD/CAM intraoral scanners eliminate the need for traditional, uncomfortable, and messy impressions.
  2. Design Phase: CAD software is used to create a 3D digital model of the patient's oral structures. This model can be manipulated to design custom dental restorations.
  3. Precise Measurements: CAD software allows for highly accurate measurements and detailing, ensuring an excellent fit and functionality of the dental restoration.
  4. Customization: Customization of restorations, ensuring they match the patient's natural teeth in shape, size, and color.
  5. Efficiency: CAD software facilitates the design process, reducing the time needed to plan and create restorations.
  6. Computer-Aided Manufacturing: Once the design is complete, CAM technology takes over, guiding the milling or 3D printing process to create the physical restoration from materials such as ceramic, metal, or composite.
  7. Same-Day Dentistry: One of the significant advantages of CAD/CAM dentistry is the potential for same-day restorations. Our office offers chairside milling systems that can produce restorations in a single visit, eliminating the need for temporary restorations and multiple appointments.
  8. Accurate Fit: CAD/CAM-produced restorations often have superior fit and minimal adjustments are needed, resulting in a more comfortable experience for the patient.
    CAD/CAM dentistry is at the forefront of modern dental technology, providing more efficient, precise, and patient-friendly solutions for a wide range of dental procedures. It not only improves the quality of care but also enhances the overall patient experience.

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