Arizona Tribune - The Future of Dentures in Fort Worth: Digital Design and 3D Printing

What are digital dentures?

Dentists can now utilize digital technology to design dentures that better fit your mouth using computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) techniques. Instead of taking a mold of the impression of your teeth with a gooey, plaster-like material, CAD/CAM systems scan your teeth and create a digital model, which can be used to create crowns, veneers, and even dentures.¹ This process means that creating your dentures in Fort Worth may take as little as a single appointment, rather than a longer, drawn-out process. This can even result in lower costs throughout the process.

Creating dentures with 3D printing

While CAD/CAM systems have been around since the 1980's, the process of making dentures using digital technology has recently embraced 3D printing. Digitally modeled dentures are often made using a process called milling, where a ceramic block is shaved down until it's the ideal shape. 3D printing, on the other hand, sculpts the dentures one layer at a time in an additive process. This may include the use of lightweight resins or alloys.²

Benefits of 3D-printed dentures

3D printing enables dentists to create dentures on demand, allowing them to adjust the fit or comfort more quickly than the traditional milling process. You may be able to try out several different fits in just one session, depending on the machine's speed and power. It also results in far less waste than milling, where the unused material is typically just thrown away. With 3D printing, dentists only use the material needed to create the dentures.

3D printing machines are also significantly less expensive than comparable milling units, making them more accessible to a wider range of providers. Because of this, patients may benefit from shorter wait times and lower costs of care. The technology also allows for easier reproduction if a denture is lost or damaged, since the digital design can be stored and reprinted at any time. As the technology continues to advance, both precision and material durability are expected to improve, making 3D-printed dentures an increasingly attractive option.

The future of dentures is here

When looking for new dentures, the options may feel limitless. Ask your dentist if digitally scanned, 3D-printed dentures are right for you. The process continues to advance and improve, meaning quicker appointments and lower costs for you in the long run. With 3D-printed dentures, you'll be on your way to regaining your confidence with a happy and healthy smile.

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