CAD - CAM devices

I began using CAD/CAM technology in dentistry back in 2004, when the idea of digital chairside restorations was still quite novel. Over the past two decades, I’ve seen how CAD/CAM has revolutionized restorative dentistry and improved both clinical efficiency and patient outcomes. 

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I incorporated Atlantis abutments into my implant workflows. This combination of digital design with custom implant prosthetics has elevated the quality and precision of implant treatments in my practice. Here are 20 key benefits I’ve personally experienced through the use of CAD software in dentistry — including the design of Atlantis abutments:

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Here are 20 key benefits I’ve personally experienced by integrating CAD/CAM into my daily practice:

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1. Same-day restorations — Being able to design and mill crowns in a single visit has transformed patient convenience.

2. High precision and fit — The accuracy of CAD/CAM-generated restorations often surpasses traditional lab work.

3. Predictable outcomes — Digital design allows us to visualize and perfect restorations before milling.

4. Enhanced aesthetics — The materials available today yield highly esthetic and natural-looking results.

5. Patient satisfaction — Patients appreciate receiving their crowns, inlays, or veneers in just one appointment.

6. Digital impressions — No more messy impression materials — intraoral scanning has streamlined workflows.

7. Time efficiency — Both clinical and lab times are dramatically reduced compared to conventional methods.

8. Durable materials — The ceramics and composites available for CAD/CAM milling offer excellent longevity.

9. Conservation of tooth structure — With precise margins, we can preserve more natural tooth tissue.

10. Customization — Each restoration is designed specifically for the patient’s anatomy and occlusion.

11. Fewer remakes and adjustments — The accuracy of fit reduces the need for corrections.

12. Consistent quality — CAD/CAM systems provide reproducible, high-quality restorations every time.

13. Increased productivity — I’ve been able to treat more patients efficiently without compromising quality.

14. Improved patient communication — Digital design software allows me to show patients their restorations before milling.

15. Reduced lab dependence — Many restorations can now be handled entirely in-house.

16. Eco-friendly workflow — Digital processes reduce waste from impression materials and models.

17. Versatility — Beyond crowns, I’ve used CAD/CAM for bridges, veneers, inlays, onlays, and implant restorations.

18. Immediate corrections — If a design needs modification, it can be adjusted quickly on the computer.

19. Professional growth — Mastering CAD/CAM has kept my practice at the forefront of dental innovation.

20. Scalability — As patient demand increased, it was easy to expand capabilities with additional software and milling units.