The application of CAD/CAM technology in dentistry
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What is CAD/CAM?
• CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and computer-aided
manufacturing) refers to computer software that is used to
both design and manufacture products.
• This technology first adopted to automotive industry and
used to design automobile bodies, but now it is spread to
the other areas of the industry and one of the major area is
dentistry.
Uses of CAD/CAM in Dentistry
• It permits the dental restoration fabrication that includes
inlays, onlays, crowns, and bridges.
• It has also been used to make prosthetic, orthodontic
appliances.
• It uses computerized engineering to give an incredibly
precise and realistic finish to a product which would be very
difficult to manufacture.
Contd…
• CAD/CAM dental technology allows dentist to take perfect measurements and images and design the product to be manufactured in short span of time.
When to Choose CAD/CAM Dentistry?
Every tooth can be treated with a
CAD/CAM restoration. Your dentist will
determine if a CAD/CAM restoration is
among the best treatment options for
your condition. Talk to your dentist to
see if it is best solution for restoring your
smile. With this new technology you can
get healthy, happy smile in less time.
Features of CAD/CAM Dental Equipment
• CAD CAM dental equipment helps to save images on the computer for permanent treatment records.
• It acts as educative platform for those dentists, who struggled to explain the problem to their patient in clear manner.
• With the help of this tool, dentists can easily diagnose the exact problem of the patient.
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• This CAD/CAM software also helpful to keep a track of
records from the first day of treatment.
• Dentist can collect all the required information of the
patient with a single click on the computer.
• Patients also get printed images of the problem with the
help of this tool.
• It is useful to probe the hidden problems of your mouth with
ease in minimum time frame.
The Benefits of CAD/CAM Technology
• If the CAD/CAM equipment is readily available in the dental
office, your dentist does not to create a molded impression
of your teeth.
• With the introduction of this technology helps the
technician to mill high strength materials which provides
strength aesthetics.
• A temporary restoration or a return visit to the dental office
for a permanent restoration is no longer required.
The Cost of CAD/CAM Technology
The cost of restoration fabricated with CAD/CAM technology depends on several factors which includes:
•The restoration type
•The cosmetic requirements
•The type of dental insurance you have
•The choice of material for the tooth replica
•The location of dental specialist
Conclusion
Now the CAD/CAM technology is core part of dentistry. All ceramic restorations including those fabricated using CAD/CAM technology tend to be expensive restoration solution but, research suggests that today’s milled CAD/CAM restorations are more stronger and tougher than those milled from earlier materials and are less likely to fracture. Hence day by day it is gaining more popularity.
References
• http://www.yourdentistryguide.com/cad-cam-tech/
• http://www.daltechsystems.com/
• http://ezinearticles.com/?Application-of-CAD/CAM-Technology-in-Dentistry&id=3654050