A review of dental CAD/CAM: current status and future perspectives from 20 years of experience
Takashi Miyazaki, Yasuhiro Hotta, Jun Kunii, Soichi Kuriyama, Yukimichi Tamaki, Takashi Miyazaki, Yasuhiro Hotta, Jun Kunii, Soichi Kuriyama, Yukimichi Tamaki
Abstract
In this article, we review the recent history of the development of dental CAD/CAM systems for the fabrication of crowns and fixed partial dentures (FPDs), based on our 20 years of experience in this field. The current status of commercial dental CAD/CAM systems developed around the world is evaluated, with particular focus on the field of ceramic crowns and FPDs. Finally, we discuss the future perspectives applicable to dental CAD/CAM. The use of dental CAD/CAM systems is promising not only in the field of crowns and FPDs but also in other fields of dentistry, even if the contribution is presently limited. CAD/CAM technology will contribute to patients' health and QOL in the aging society.
Source: PubMed