David Guichet, DDS, Prosthodontist, Orange, California
Digitally Enhanced Implant Practice: A Comprehensive Clinical Approach
PRESENTATION SYNOPSIS:
Traditional methods of diagnosing patients and creating treatment plans, surgical guides and restorations have been replaced by digital processes and with this, dentistry has forever changed. Multiple technologies have contributed to this trend. In addition to CBCT imaging, and Intra-oral scanning; software platforms for digital diagnosis and treatment have facilitated the implementation of in-house design and fabrications of surgical guides, orthodontic aligners, occlusal splints, interim and definitive restorations.
Locally available milling and printing capabilities are now widespread. Simultaneously, implant components and restorative materials have been introduced that have improved strength and esthetics. Integration of these capabilities creates opportunities for enhanced restorative performance, improved treatment sequencing, and overall practice efficiency.
This presentation will focus on many elements of clinical practice from a digital perspective. This will include digital diagnostic tools, examination templates, treatment planning with multiple datasets and digital smile analysis. Treatment protocols incorporating fundamental guided surgical sequences, occlusal and orthodontic therapy, combined with esthetic reconstruction from a surgical and prosthetic perspective will be presented.
PRESENTATION OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of this session, attendees should be able to:
- - Become familiar with digital technologies that enhance treatment outcomes and understand the difference of open and closed systems and “best in breed”.
- - Become familiar with digital treatment protocols in contrast to traditional workflows.
- - Be aware of the uses and current limitations of digital restorative design and CAD/CAM production.
- - Understand the trends in esthetic implant restorative material selection and design options.