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CAD/CAM - international magazine of digital dentistry

I overview _ implant prosthetics Fig. 1_Virtual 3-D implant-planning based on volume tomography. _Introduction In contemporary dental medicine, computers and implants are closely linked. By dealing with this topic, the question arises whether one can speak about a(n) (r)evolution in planning and manufacturing of tooth- and implant-supported reconstructions in the field of implant prosthetics. Dental prosthetics are concerned with the restoration of lost teeth and tooth-bearing tissues in the oral cavity. Loss of teeth and edentulism are quite frequent in old age and often the main reasons to visit a dentist. Hence, dental implants have become important means of therapy, whereby computer-assisted proce- dures play an increasing role in the daily rou- tine of the dental practice. Thus, it is no contra- diction to use modern computer technology and new materials equally for young and old people. The continuous advancement of specialised fields in radiological imaging, manufacturing methods in the engineering industry und dental implantology have extended the possibilities of decision making, planning and surgical as well as prosthetic realisation of a therapeutic plan. Digital possibilities for making implant prosthetics Author_Dr Joannis Katsoulis, Switzerland 32 I CAD/CAM 1_2015 Fig. 1 CAD0115_32-34_Katsoulis 02.03.15 12:51 Seite 1 CAD0115_32-34_Katsoulis 02.03.1512:51 Seite 1

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