Digital dental technology has redefined so many procedures, it’s now easier to count the things we still do the old way rather than the new. However, pediatric dentistry has not had the practical opportunity to adopt modern solutions like digital scanning and 3D printing.
But now that we have quick, capable, affordable intraoral scanners, and simple, efficient, cost-effective 3D printers, we can start to apply them pediatric-specific dental procedures and make a solid case for finally welcoming pediatric dentistry to the digital age. From models to retainers, to sport guards and now 3D printed crowns, digital dentistry for kids is more accessible and capable than ever before.
With diagnostic and pediatric-specific restorative software integrated with simple imaging and production hardware, the digital age of pediatric dentistry has officially begun!
Objectives:
– Recognize the digital treatment alternative that apply to the pediatric dental patient.
– Appreciate the economics of adopting scanning and 3D printing in the pediatric dental practice.
– Understand the benefits of digital automation in accomplishing 21-century, esthetic, prefabricated crowns versus the current restorative alternatives.
