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A Simplified, Completely Digital Workflow for Full-Arch Temporary Restorations

Dentistry Today

INTRODUCTION The replacement of a full arch of failing teeth has long been seen as the panacea of implant dentistry. In addition to the improved speed and accuracy of 3D printed restorations, the implementation of photogrammetry allows for the accurate capture of implant positions, ensuring the delivery of a completely passive prosthesis.

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Single-Visit Dentistry: There’s No Time To Waste

Off the Cusp

Perhaps the most obvious example of a timesaving technology is single-visit dentistry. Today, CAD/CAM technology allows dental teams to scan, design and mill a crown in just a few hours, eliminating the need for a temporary crown and a second appointment for placement.

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Beyond the Block: Techniques and Materials Critical to Achieving CAD/CAM Success

Off the Cusp

The first CAD/CAM chairside treatment recently celebrated its 35th anniversary. Moörmann and electrical engineer Dr. Marco Brandestini completed the first functional CEREC chairside treatment in the University of Zurich Dental School. In 2004, Naren Rajan, DMD, had just completed his residency and began practicing with CAD/CAM.

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Complex Implant and Restorative Planning: A Team Approach

Dentistry Today

In addition to identifying a solid lab partner to handle the case, the dental practitioner can also take advantage of the advancements in cementation, restorative materials, and dental laboratory virtual planning technology to achieve results that satisfy the patient’s expectations while avoiding the stresses that can arise from complex cases.

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The Staged Approach and Root Banking in Sjögren’s Syndrome

Dentistry Today

Hyposalivation and changes in saliva composition can cause a burning sensation and an intolerance to the use of removable prostheses. Due to the difficulties SS patients have wearing removable prostheses, a fixed transitional prosthesis during the surgical stage is key. In general, the buccal vertical bone resorbed 2.2 Figure 15. (a)

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The Benefits of Single-Visit, In-Office 3D Printed Ceramic Resin Restorations

Dentistry Today

INTRODUCTION Three-dimensional printing in dentistry has seen accelerating growth over the past several years with emerging applications in definitive restorations. 1,2 Printed restorations are a progressive solution to perform conservative indirect quadrant dentistry using inlays and onlays in a single visit.