Digitization in Prosthodontics

The digital technology has remarkably influenced diagnostic options and treatment approaches in dentistry. Digital dentistry includes broad array of technologies namely; digital radiology, Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), digital impressions and 3D printing leading to precise treatment planning, accurate prosthesis fabrication, computer-aided surgery, shade selection, smile designing and patient education. This book presents an overview of role of digitization in prosthodontics by improving diagnosis, prostheses fabrication, treatment quality and patient satisfaction.