Prosthetic Dentistry 4.0: Digital Engineering Driving the Dental Revolution

The digital transformation of prosthetic dentistry represents a concrete application of digital engineering in modern dental medicine. This conference offers an in-depth exploration of the technological ecosystem that is redefining clinical standards in dental prosthetics.
The process begins with data acquisition through intraoral scanners, complemented by 3D facial scanners and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), enabling a comprehensive three-dimensional modeling of the oral and facial anatomy. These multimodal data are integrated and processed using prosthetic and implant planning software, incorporating simulation engines, prosthetic axis calculations, dynamic occlusion analysis, and biomimetic visualization algorithms.
The manufacturing phase relies on additive manufacturing (3D printing) and subtractive manufacturing (CNC milling) technologies, ensuring high dimensional accuracy and reproducibility of restorations. The integration of this digital workflow guarantees micrometric precision, minimizes human error margins, and enhances the predictability of clinical outcomes, fully aligning with the principles of personalized medicine.
In summary, Prosthetic Dentistry 4.0 stands as a prime example of the convergence between digital engineering, functional design, and biomedical requirements.

Professor,
Specialist in Fixed Prosthodontics, Occlusodontics, and Digital Dentistry
Hassan II University / Faculty of Dental Medicine, Casablanca
Email: [email protected]