THE DENTAL LAB BLOG

​All over the world, edentulism is considered an impairment to the patient’s quality of life and nutrition. Fortunately, patients have the option to restore their smiles with dentures, and have even further options when it comes to fabrication processes. Analog and digital dentures vary drastically when it comes to manufacturing, which ultimately impacts turnaround times, prostheses fittings, and patient satisfaction.

​Dentures are an effective way to regain appearance and functionality after losing most or all of the natural teeth. However there are two important options to consider: traditional dentures or implant-supported dentures. Both traditional and implant-supported dentures share the same goal of replacing a full arch of missing teeth, but it is necessary to compare options to find what is most suitable for the patient’s lifestyle.

​Fabricating dentures in a traditional workflow is a craft for technicians and each year, we are having a harder time finding someone with this knowledge and training. With the evolving technology and design avenues that are now available, The Dental Lab is able to utilize our technicians trained in computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) to assist in the future of removables. Advancements in technology have allowed us to keep up with the demand for removables and have even led to more efficient and faster approaches with digital dentures.

Every year, the number of patients in need of dentures grows. However, hindrances including the time-consuming manufacturing process plus the number of try-in appointments give a reason for dentists to stray away from offering removables in their practices. Fortunately, advancements in technology have led to more efficient and faster approaches to removable products with digital dentures.

The Dental Lab is constantly evolving to better ourselves for our partnering physicians and their clients. When looking for new materials, we look for ones that are equal to or better than materials currently used in the lab for the last 50 to 60 years in terms of strength, durability, and aesthetics. Trusana, a relatively new and innovative material, will likely be the next material of choice when it comes to 3D printing in dentistry.

​Dentures are in growing demand as our population of denture users climbs each year. Considering the time it takes to manufacture traditional dentures plus the number of try-in appointments, many physicians and their patients are looking for a faster, more timely, and more efficient alternative. Fortunately, today’s advancements in technology have provided a simpler solution: digital dentures.