PARIPEX - Indian Journal of Research

Dr. K.Himaja; Dr. D.Chalapathi Rao; Dr. C. Ravi kumar; Dr. M. Sujesh; Dr. D. Sreenivasulu

Volume : VII, Issue : XII, December - 2018

A LIGHT ON THE TREND OF DIGITALIZATION - CAD/CAM - A REVIEW

Dr. K. Himaja, Dr. D. Chalapathi Rao, Dr. C. Ravi Kumar, Dr. M. Sujesh, Dr. D. Sreenivasulu

Abstract :

CAD/CAM called as Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing, was first introduced in mid 80’s. In dentistry, conventional methods of faication of prostheses have been considered the gold standard for several years. The development of computer–aided manufacturing and its application in dentistry have provided an alternative way of faicating oral prostheses. CAD/CAM technology was developed mainly to ensure adequate strength of the restoration, to create restoration with a naturally pleasing appearance and to make the restoration easier, faster and more accurate. This narrative review aims to evaluate the development of various CAD/CAM systems, operational components and restorative materials commonly used