An Overview in Prosthodontic Digital Version

Digital dentistry refers to the use of dental technologies or devices that incorporates digital or computer-control components to carry out dental procedures rather than using mechanical or electrical tools. Advancements in dental technology enable patients to receive modern solutions of conventional dental problems. Prosthodontics can incorporate digital technology into their practices to improve their workflow efficiency and ease of collaboration with laboratories. In this article, digital technologies that are available for prosthetic dentistry such as digital radiography, electronic prescriptions, computerized case presentations, virtual articulator and face bow, computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing restorations, digital impressions, and shade selection are described along with emphasis on advantages and limitations of digital technology.