Digital approach integrating 3D facial scan and a virtual mockup for esthetic restorative treatment: A case report
10.4047/jkap.2019.57.4.425
- Author:
Hai Yen MAI
1
;
Yong Do CHOI
;
Du Hyeong LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea. deweylee@knu.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Digital workflow;
Face scan;
Cone-beam computed tomography;
Intraoral scan;
Image merging;
Visualization
- MeSH:
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography;
Humans;
Incisor;
Maxilla
- From:The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
2019;57(4):425-431
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
This clinical case report describes the digital workflow that combines a face scan, cone beam computed tomography and an intraoral scan to visualize the outcome of prosthodontic treatment in the anterior region. This approach improves communication between clinic, laboratory and patients. A patient with healthy general condition came for a restorative treatment to treat post-traumatic central incisors of maxilla. A virtual patient replica was made by incorporating a face scan, cone beam computed tomography and an intraoral scan. Design mockup of definitive restorations was shown to the patient and modified according to the patient's desire. This digital workflow facilitates the fabrication of optimal esthetic restorations, and enhances the predictability of outcome of restorations.
