title: A technique for fabricating a milled titanium complete-arch framework using a new CAD/CAM software and scanner with laser probe.
abstract: By using traditional casting procedures, accurately fitting of complete-arch frameworks that are screwed on multiple implants is difficult to achieve. The introduction of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques for fabricating custom 1-piece titanium frameworks simplifies this challenge and reduces time spent by the restorative dentist. This report presents a milled titanium complete-arch mandibular framework using a new planning software and a new scanner using non-contact laser probe, which eliminates the need for wax pattern fabrication.
authors.affiliation: Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, San Antonio, Texas, USA. turkyilmaz@uthscsa.edu
authors.forename: Ilser
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Turkyilmaz
authors.forename: Neset Volkan
authors.initials: NV
authors.lastname: Asar
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D017076:Computer-Aided Design; D054893:Cone-Beam Computed Tomography; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design / Q000379:methods*; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003826:Denture, Complete, Lower; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000295:instrumentation*; D007834:Lasers; D008334:Mandible / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D014025:Titanium
chemical_list: D014025:Titanium