CAD/CAM Dentistry
CAD/CAM is a technology used in dentistry to design and manufacture dental restorations with computer assistance. These include crowns, fixed bridges, veneers, and orthodontic appliances. It complements traditional methods by making the fabrication process more comfortable and straightforward, speeding up design, and enabling treatments that would otherwise be difficult to produce. How CAD/CAM dental restorations are made Instead of taking a conventional impression with material that some patients find uncomfortable, the dentist uses an intraoral scanner to capture a digital scan of the teeth. The scanner processes these images into a digital model that can be viewed on a computer. The dentist then uses software to shape and design the restoration. The computer sends the design to a dental milling machine, which produces the restoration according to the planned shape, material strength, and thickness. Careful planning aims to support durability, a natural appearance, and oral health. The lifespan and outcome depend on the individual case and ongoing care. Advantages of CAD/CAM Precision: digital design can provide high accuracy compared with conventional methods. Speed: suitable restorations may be completed in one or two visits, while conventional approaches often require three or four. Comfort: digital scanning can avoid uncomfortable traditional impression materials. Appearance and quality: restorations can achieve a natural-looking, lifelike result.