Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry最新文献

{"title":"Effect of crystallization and finish line curvature on the marginal integrity of lithium disilicate crowns.","authors":"Ki-Un Lee, Kyung-Ho Ko, Yoon-Hyuk Huh, Chan-Jin Park, Lee-Ra Cho","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.14017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study aimed to investigate the effect of crystallization and finish line curvature on the integrity of lithium disilicate crowns fabricated by using partially crystallized (P) and fully crystallized (F) blocks.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Forty-eight lithium disilicate crowns were fabricated based on the designated lithium disilicate blocks and finish line curvatures. The specimens were divided into four groups (n = 12 each): P block with a curved finish line (PC), P block with a straight finish line (PS), F block with a curved finish line (FC), and F block with a straight finish line (FS). Using the silicone replica technique and triple scan method, the absolute marginal discrepancy was measured at four surfaces. Using the triple scan method, five sections were segmented for each surface. Global deviation was measured by using a best fit alignment. Three-way mixed analysis of variance followed by Fisher least significant difference test and the Kruskal-Wallis test were used for statistical analyses (α = 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The block crystallization had a significant impact on the marginal integrity in the triple scan method, showing a greater marginal discrepancy in the F block crowns (p < 0.001). The finish line curvature significantly influenced the marginal integrity in both measurement methods, with curved finish line crowns exhibiting a greater marginal discrepancy (p < 0.05). However, the areas with the greatest marginal discrepancies differed depending on the analytical method used.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The marginal discrepancies of the crowns differed according to the fabricated blocks and finish line curvature.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142957617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Fracture resistance and behavior of endodontically treated maxillary premolars with varying ferrule heights and post numbers: A laboratory study.","authors":"Mohammad D Aljanakh, Fahad A Bakitian, Sami A Almohefer, Hatem D Alshammari, Anmar Kensara, Ahmed A Madfa","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.14014","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To investigate how varying ferrule heights and the number of glass fiber posts affect fracture resistance and behavior of endodontically treated maxillary first premolars with substantial loss of tooth structure.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Twenty-four extracted endodontically treated human maxillary first premolars were divided into three groups (n = 8) based on ferrule height and post number. The groups were as follows: premolars of 2 mm ferrule height that were restored with single posts (control group), premolars of 0.5 mm ferrule height that were restored with single posts in palatal canals (single-post group), and premolars of 0.5 mm ferrule height that were restored with double posts in palatal and buccal canals (double-post group). All groups were then restored with composite core and metal-ceramic crowns cemented with zinc phosphate cement. All specimens were subjected to 10,000 thermal cycles at temperatures of 5°C and 55°C, as well as 1.2 million cyclic loadings of 49 N load at 1.2 Hz using a chewing simulator. The specimens were loaded to fracture in a universal testing machine and fracture behavior was examined under stereomicroscope and divided into restorable and unrestorable fracture modes. Fracture loads and modes were analyzed by one-way ANOVA, Tukey's post hoc test, and Fisher's exact probability test (p ≤ 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The control group showed the highest mean fracture load (1127 ± 172) of all groups (p < 0.001). The specimens in the single-post group showed numerically higher mean fracture load (522 ± 171) but with no significant difference compared to the ones in the double-post group (518 ± 157; p > 0.967). In the control group, 75% of specimens showed unrestorable fractures compared to 50% and 12.5% in single-post and double-post groups. The specimens in the control group had similar unrestorable fractures, starting from the coronal part and extending obliquely to the cervical third of the root below resin level. Two specimens in the control group showed unrestorable fractures in the middle third of the root. No middle-third root fractures were observed in single-post and double-post groups, and unrestorable fractures in both groups were similar to those of the control group. The single-post group had two specimens with core-post crown complex restorable fractures, while the control and double-post groups had one specimen each. The remaining specimens showed cervical-third root restorable fractures above resin level.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The ferrule height significantly influences the fracture resistance of endodontically treated premolars compared to the number of placed posts. Nonetheless, more restorable fractures are seen in endodontically treated premolars restored with double posts than single posts regardless of ferrule height.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142957620","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of extrinsic pigmentation and multiple firing cycles on the properties of a zirconia-containing lithium silicate ceramic.","authors":"Everton Cocati Andrade, Sarah Emille Gomes da Silva, Taciana Marco Ferraz Caneppele, João Paulo Barros Machado, Fabíola Pessoa Pereira Leite, Jean Soares Miranda, Yu Zhang, Rodrigo Othávio de Assunção E Souza","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.14007","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To assess the impact of staining and multiple firings on the mechanical, optical, and surface characteristics of zirconia-containing lithium silicate ceramics (ZLS).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Ninety ZLS discs (Suprinity, VITA Zahnfabrick) were divided according to the \"Number of firings\" protocol: Ctr-control, no characterization; SC-single firing cycle (for characterization, crystallization and staining simultaneously); and DC-double firing cycle (crystallization firing cycle was performed separately from the staining firing). Extrinsic pigmentation was performed to replicate the characterization of a monolithic restoration. A layer of stain and glaze was applied with a fine brush to the ceramic surface. Specimens were fired two or four cycles, designed to simulate additional staining firings for potential characterization adjustments, but without applying new stain, resulting in six groups (n = 15): Ctr_II, Ctr_IV, SC_II, SC_IV, DC_II, and DC_IV. X-ray diffraction, color, translucency, and surface roughness analysis were also performed, and the samples were subjected to the biaxial flexural strength test. Data were subjected to one-way ANOVA, Tukey's test (α = 0.05), and Weibull analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>No changes in the diffractogram pattern were found, irrespective of the number of firings. The translucency (p = 0.02) and roughness (p < 0.01) of DC_IV were significantly reduced compared to DC_II. DC_IV also showed the highest flexural strength (325.52^AMPa), followed by SCII (271.64^BMPa).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Repeated firings increased the flexural strength of ZLS, where the double-step characterization technique demonstrated better statistical results than the other groups. Moreover, despite the ceramic showing good color stability, repeated firings significantly compromised its translucency.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142957618","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The efficacy of facial skeletal treatment options in the management of obstructive sleep apnea","authors":"Michael J. Gunson DDS, MD","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14006","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.14006","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by intermittent cessation of breathing during sleep due to the collapse of oropharyngeal tissues. This review examines the role of craniofacial growth in OSA and evaluates the efficacy of orthodontic and orthognathic treatments. Maxillary expansion and orthognathic surgery have demonstrated significant reductions in sleep apneas and hypopneas, although they do not consistently achieve cure levels, particularly in the presence of obesity and connective tissue disorders. Understanding the multifaceted pathophysiology of OSA and addressing confounding factors such as obesity and muscle tone are essential for enhancing treatment outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":"34 S1","pages":"41-45"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jopr.14006","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142933233","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluating the impact of scan aid color on digital scan trueness: Insights and recommendations","authors":"Carlos M. Ardila PhD","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14013","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.14013","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":"34 3","pages":"227-228"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142933229","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Peri-implant tissue definition and registration with a 3D-printed emergence profile former on titanium stock healing abutment: A dental technique and clinical report.","authors":"Francisco X Azpiazu-Flores, Siyootagrai Tisama, Ahmed Elfana, Chao-Chieh Yang, Dean Morton, Wei-Shao Lin","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.14011","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recent focus has shifted toward refining the soft tissue emergence profile to enhance aesthetics, support peri-implant health, and ensure long-term success. Traditionally, titanium stock healing abutments or chairside-customized abutments were used to shape peri-implant tissues and develop the emergence profile for implant-supported prostheses. However, advancements in digital dentistry now allow for more precise customization and increased treatment efficiency. This case report introduces a novel approach to shape the peri-implant tissues using a 3D-printed emergence profile former retained by a titanium stock healing abutment. The 3D-printed emergence profile former reduced chairside time and simplified registering the gingival tissue contours and implant position with an intraoral scanner. Following removal, the peri-implant soft tissues displayed enhanced volume buccally, creating an aesthetically pleasing restoration in a site with a notable horizontal tissue deficiency.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142933231","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The impact of retraction cords on the gingival margin level: A randomized clinical trial","authors":"Majdoleen Fouad DDS, MSc,&nbsp;Ahmad Abel Aziz Mahmoud BDS, PhD,&nbsp;Mohammad Al-Rabab'ah BDS, MSc, PhD,&nbsp;Najla Kasabreh DDS, MS","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14015","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.14015","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To examine the impact of placing plain and impregnated retraction cords for two different retraction times on the postoperative gingival margin level and periodontal health.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Materials and Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A total of 40 endodontically treated mandibular first molars were selected and randomly allocated into four groups (<i>n</i> = 10/group); A: plain retraction cord for 10 min, B: plain retraction cord, 20 min, C: impregnated (25% aluminum chloride (AlCl₃) retraction cord, 10 min, D: impregnated retraction cord (25% AlCl₃), 20 min. Intraoral digital scans were acquired, and periodontal parameters (Plaque index [PI], Bleeding on probing [BOP], and probing depth [PD]) were assessed at baseline, 7 days, and 28 days after retraction. The digital scans were superimposed to measure the change in the mid-buccal gingival margin level. Statistical differences between groups at the threetime points were tested using one-way ANOVA and Chi-square tests (<i>α</i> = 0.05).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>AlCl₃-impregnated retraction cord for 20 min resulted in a statistically significant change in gingival margin level than limiting its application to 10 min or using plain cords at the three-time points (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.05) with 88 ± 4 µm gingival recession after 28 days. The assessed periodontal parameters only showed a significant difference between groups in BOP after 7 days of retraction (<i>p</i> = 0.0009); however, all parameters returned to normal after 28 days with no significant difference between groups (<i>p</i> &gt; 0.05).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To avoid transient gingival inflammation or permanent gingival recession, no matter how small, the retraction time of AlCl₃-impregnated cords should be limited to no more than 10 min.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":"34 2","pages":"139-148"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143191091","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clinical and radiographic assessment of effect of platelet-rich fibrin on dental implant osseointegration – A split mouth randomized clinical trial","authors":"A. Rizwan Ali MDS,&nbsp;Pravin Kumar MDS,&nbsp;Kompal Gautam MDS,&nbsp;Sajan Vaish MDS,&nbsp;Aparna Choudhary MDS,&nbsp;Fareetha Fowzana S. BDS","doi":"10.1111/jopr.14004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.14004","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Biomimetic agents are being researched for their potential to stimulate bone formation and boost bone-implant contact. The objective of this study was to assess how osseointegration of dental implants is impacted by platelet-rich fibrin.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Materials and Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The present study was a randomized clinical trial with a split mouth design. Surgical sites were split randomly into two groups: Group 1 (30 implants) had a topical application of platelet-rich fibrin at the site of implant osteotomy, while Group 2 (30 implants) did not have any platelet-rich fibrin application. Marginal bone level (MBL), peri-implant bone density (BD), wound healing index (WHI), and peri-implant sulcus probing depth (PD) were assessed. For BD, intergroup comparison was done using <i>t</i>-test and intragroup comparison was done using paired <i>t</i>-test. For MBL, PD, and WHI, intergroup comparison was done using Mann-Whitney U test, and intragroup comparison was done using Wilcoxon Signed rank test.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>From baseline to 12 months, a highly significant difference (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.01) was seen for change in peri-implant bone density, with Group 1 showing greater values. Intergroup comparison of MBL and change in MBL showed values with highly significant differences (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.01), with more bone loss in Group 2. Probing depth values showed significant differences with lesser values in Group 1. Wound healing index values were lower and highly significant in Group 1.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Application of platelet-rich fibrin at the osteotomy site is associated with a decline in probing depth and wound healing index, and a rise in peri-implant bone density with minimal MBL.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":"34 5","pages":"469-477"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144244506","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Automated design prediction for definitive obturator prostheses: A case-based reasoning study","authors":"Islam E. Ali BDS, MDS,&nbsp;Mariko Hattori DDS, PhD,&nbsp;Yuka Sumita DDS, PhD,&nbsp;Noriyuki Wakabayashi DDS, PhD","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13994","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jopr.13994","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a case-based reasoning (CBR) system in predicting the design of definitive obturator prostheses for maxillectomy patients.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Materials and Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Data from 209 maxillectomy cases, including extraoral images of obturator prostheses and occlusal images of maxillectomy defects, were collected from Institute of Science Tokyo Hospital. These cases were organized into a structured database using Python's pandas library. The CBR system was designed to match new cases with similar historical cases based on specific attributes such as aramany class, abutment details, defect extension, and oronasal connection size. The system's performance was evaluated by clinicians who assessed the accuracy of prosthesis designs generated for 33 test cases.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A correlation analysis demonstrated a significant positive relationship (<i>ρ</i> = 0.84, <i>p</i> &lt; 0.0001) between the CBR system's confidence scores and the number of correct prosthesis designs identified by clinicians. The median precision at five cases was 0.8, indicating that the system effectively retrieved relevant designs for new cases.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The study shows that the developed CBR system effectively predicts the design of obturator prostheses for maxillectomy patients. Clinically, the system is expected to reduce clinician workload, simplify the design process, and enhance patient engagement by providing prompt insights into their final prosthetic design.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":"34 5","pages":"490-499"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jopr.13994","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142928538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A systematic review on patient perceptions and clinician-reported outcomes when comparing digital and analog workflows for complete dentures.","authors":"Amira Fouda, James Tonogai, Peter McDermott, Daniel Wang, Cecilia S Dong","doi":"10.1111/jopr.13999","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13999","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To compare digitally fabricated complete dentures to conventionally fabricated dentures using patient- and clinician-reported outcome measures.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This review was structured according to PRISMA guidelines with the protocol registered in the PROSPERO database (CRD42024526069). An electronic search of the databases with a defined search strategy was completed within PubMed/MEDLINE and Web of Science from January 2000 to March 2024. Grey literature and article references were searched. Articles were screened by title and abstract, and the remaining articles were screened by full-text review. Articles accepted for inclusion were subjected to a risk-of-bias assessment using Cochrane Collaboration tools (RoB 2 and ROBINS-I).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>From an initial pool of 704 articles, 15 studies met the selection criteria, of which the majority were published within the past 3 years. Within the included studies, there was inconsistency in the assessment methods of patient- and clinician-reported outcomes, making it challenging to draw definitive conclusions. Generally, digital dentures had superior cost-effectiveness and prosthesis fabrication time. Patient satisfaction and denture quality were not consistently improved with digital technology.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Studies showed indications of patient satisfaction with digital and conventional dentures. Digital technology may enhance clinical workflows. A trend emerged that milled dentures performed better than printed dentures. Clinicians adopting digital technology into removable prosthodontics may have a learning curve to overcome, and they should consider the patient-clinician relationship in addition to clinical outcomes to achieve patient satisfaction. Additional studies with standardized tools for assessing patient satisfaction are required to enable meaningful comparisons between digital and conventional workflows.</p>","PeriodicalId":49152,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Prosthodontics-Implant Esthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142903898","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}