Aristeidis Villias

Aristeidis Villias

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Academic Career Length

6Years (2021-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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7 September 2021 in Prosthesis
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AVAristeidis Villias
Aristeidis Villias
HKHercules Karkazis
Hercules Karkazis
SYSTAVROS YANNIKAKIS
STAVROS YANNIKAKIS
Antonios L TheocharopoulosAntonios L Theocharopoulos
Antonios L Theocharopoulos
NSNIKITAS SYKARAS
NIKITAS SYKARAS
Grigorios PolyzoisGrigorios Polyzois
Grigorios Polyzois
Fabrication of complete dentures (CDs) utilizing computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) methods has attracted a lot of attention. The purpose of this paper was to summarize current knowledge about digital CDs and the relevant technology, and to present the application of the new technology in a dental geriatrics case. Initially, some of the challenges regarding digitization of the oral mucosa as a supporting surface of the CDs’ intaglio surface are listed. Next, a brief introduction of the CAD software capabilities regarding CDs is presented. The latest CAM additive and subtractive techniques for CDs are following. Subsequently, the consecutive steps for the construction of a digital CD as part of the prosthodontic treatment of a 90-year-old ambulative female patient are presented. Finally, some considerations about the digital workflow in CD manufacturing are discussed. In conclusion, the new digital technology has clear advantages; however, implementation requires careful planning. The digital workflow is applicable and versatile.