Methodology of Digital Denture Fabrication

Digital dentures may be fabricated using a completely digital protocol or a combination of conventional and digital fabrication methods.²⁶ However, it is challenging to digitally register the interocclusal records and the functional impressions, thus the full digital workflow for complete denture rehabilitation remains questionable.^20-25

A combination of conventional impressions and maxillomandibular relationship recording procedures with digital designing, production, and processing techniques helps fabricate predictable prostheses.¹ The armamentarium, the records, the software, and the training varies from one system to another. However, using a system that permits the practitioner to use their trays/instruments for impressions and records (an open digital system) which can then be sent to the manufacturer/laboratory for scanning, designing, and fabrication of digital prostheses provides flexibility and helps reduce the overall treatment cost.²⁷