From traditional to digital workflow in dental practice: comparison of clinical methods and definition of modern CAD-CAM protocols

Digital technology is now an established reality within dental practices. The digital workflow involves the use of intra-oral scanners to take impressions and CAD/CAM methods that allow the production of oral and dental appliances directly in the dentist’s office, with both traditional and innovative materials. This thesis focuses on the critical steps of the digital method in modern dentistry. In Chapter 1, the accuracy of intraoral scanners is measured and compared with that of traditional impressions in the fabrication of mandibular advancement devices. Chapters 2 and 3 describe digital protocols for the design and fabrication of post-prepared temporary crowns and their emergence profile management. Chapter 4 analyses the accuracy and reliability of two different 3D printers in the production of dental models and metal-free indirect restorations.