Fabrication of a Removable Reinforced Retainer Using CAD/CAM Technologies

Davud Sergey Ashrafov

doi:10.33295/1992-576X-2025-6-118

Authors

Davud Sergey Ashrafov Azerbaijan Medical University, Azerbaijan, Baku

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33295/1992-576X-2025-6-118

Keywords:

digital technologies, photopolymer 3D printing, CAD/CAM technologies, removable retainer, prosthetic constructions

Abstract

CAD/CAM technologies and 3D printing have revolutionized modern dentistry. This digital approach to creating restorations (crowns, veneers, bridges, abutments, aligners) has replaced traditional impressions, making the process faster, more accurate, and more individualized. The integration of digital technologies into dental practice, such as CAD/CAM systems and 3D printing, significantly increases the precision, speed, and quality of various superstructures that differ in purpose, manufacturing material, and method of fixation. These innovations reduce the degree of dental technicians’ involvement, improve the functional characteristics of prosthetic products, and ensure a personalized approach for each patient.

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