Esthetics with minimal tooth preparation achieved through a digital approach
Ercus, S.; Chung, E.; McLaren, E.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 34(6): 428-431
2013
ISSN/ISBN: 2158-1797 PMID: 25162388 Document Number: 669622
In both the clinical and dental laboratory environments, computer-assisted technology along with new materials are leading to a paradigm shift in what many practitioners regard as standard of care for patients. The case described uses digital solutions for smile design, patient communication, minimal tooth preparation, scanning, digitally generated models, and a nanohybrid transitional mock-up (bonded functional esthetic prototype BFEP). It also highlights a novel technique for digitally generated alveolar models duplicated in refractory dies layered with feldspathic porcelain for the optimum esthetic outcome.