DIGITALIZATION IN PROSTHODONTICS

As master diagnosticians and endpoint providers, prosthodontists have become leaders in adopting an evidence-based approach to assess new strategies in the delivery of services to our patients. The process, however, has required a renaissance of thinking and breaking down old, well-established models and principles as we assess quantum changes in such fields as implant dentistry, maxillofacial prosthetics, all-ceramic restorations and digital applications. Digitalization started to influence the dental fraternity with the form of audiovisual aids in both teaching and patient education. The literature regarding recent techniques helps us assimilate the latest trends for benefit of the patient and the expansion of the dental profession. As master diagnosticians and endpoint providers, prosthodontists have become leaders in adopting an evidence-based approach to assess new strategies in the delivery of services to our patients. The process, however, has required a renaissance of thinking and breaking down old, well-established models and principles as we assess quantum changes in such fields as implant dentistry, maxillofacial prosthetics, all-ceramic restorations and digital applications. Digitalization started to influence the dental fraternity with the form of audiovisual aids in both teaching and patient education. The literature regarding recent techniques helps us assimilate the latest trends for benefit of the patient and the expansion of the dental profession.