Shreya Kothari¹*, Anjaly Aravind², Valliammai Rajendran³, Hridya Jayaprakash⁴ and Aishwarya Dham⁵

¹ BDS, MPH, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
²MDS, Prosthodontist, NE 97th way Redmond, Washington 98052, USA
³MDS, Periodontist, Sri Karpaga Vinaayak Dental Clinic, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India
⁴MDS, Periodontist, Clove Dental, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
⁵MDS, Senior Lecturer, Department of Periodontology, Hazaribagh College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Demotand, Hazaribagh, India

*Corresponding Author: Shreya Kothari, BDS, MPH, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.

Received: January 22, 2025; Published: January 30, 2025

Abstract

Digital dentistry has transformed dental implantology, providing improved precision, predictability, and speed in treatment plan ning and implementation. The use of technologies including cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM), and intraoral scanning enables clinicians to attain enhanced diagnostic proficiency and better patient outcomes. Digital workflows optimize operations from diagnosis to prosthesis production, minimizing time and potential errors linked to traditional methods. Virtual treatment planning facilitates the visualization of anatomical structures, appropriate implant placement, and the creation of tailored surgical guides, thereby reducing surgical risks and improving procedural precision.
In prosthetic rehabilitation, digital impressions yield precise, detailed data, enabling the production of restorations with superior fit and aesthetics. The implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning improves decision-making, case analysis, and indi vidualized treatment regimens for patients. Furthermore, innovations in 3D printing facilitate the economical fabrication of bespoke components, including as surgical guides, provisional restorations, and patient-specific abutments.
Notwithstanding these advantages, problems persist, such as the substantial initial investment, significant learning curve, and the necessity for ongoing training to adapt to swiftly advancing technologies. Moreover, data security and the integration of various digital systems require consideration.
This article examines the transformative influence of digital dentistry on implantology, highlighting its clinical benefits, constraints, and prospective developments. By adopting these advances, dental professionals can enhance the level of care, providing patients with more accurate, reliable, and tailored solutions in dental implant therapy.

Keywords: Dental Implants; Digital Dentistry; CBCT; AI

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Citation

Citation: Valliammai Rajendran.,et al. “Significance of Digital Dentistry in Dental Implantology". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.2 (2025): 81-85.

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