HOW DOES DENTAL CAD/CAM COMPARE
TO TRADITIONAL METHODS?
PRECISION AND ACCURACY:
CAD/CAM: Provides highly precise and accurate restorations using digital impressions and computeraided design, minimizing human error and ensuring a better fit.
Traditional Methods: Rely on physical impressions and manual crafting, which can introduce inaccuracies due to the limitations of materials and techniques.
Turnaround Time:
TURNAROUND TIME: 02
CAD/CAM: Allows for the creation and placement of restorations in a single visit, thanks to in-office milling machines or 3D printers that produce restorations quickly.
Traditional Methods: Typically require multiple visits, including time for making physical impressions, sending them to a dental lab, and waiting for the restoration to be fabricated and returned.
PATIENT COMFORT:
CAD/CAM: Reduces discomfort by eliminating the need for traditional molds and impressions, which some patients find unpleasant or gag-inducing.
Traditional Methods: Involve taking physical impressions with materials that may be uncomfortable for some patients and can cause gag reflex or discomfort.
CUSTOMIZATION AND MATERIAL QUALITY:
CAD/CAM: Offers precise customization and uses high-quality materials like ceramics and zirconia, leading to restorations that closely match the natural teeth and can be more durable.
Traditional Methods: Customization depends on the skill of the technician and the quality of the materials used, which can sometimes result in less precise fits or variations in durability.
