Synopsis:

The shift in fixed prosthodontics from conventional to minimally invasive treatments is supported by the enduring clinical success of all-ceramic restorations. Progress in all-ceramic and CAD/CAM material systems, coupled with digital planning and fabrication, allows for the creation of innovative treatment approaches for rehabilitating severely compromised dentition using high-strength glass and translucent zirconia ceramics.  Digital face scans and novel CAD/CAM applications offer a standardized manufacturing process, resulting in a reliable, predictable and economic workflow for minimally invasive rehabilitations. The lecture will showcase case series and scientific evidence related to the enduring clinical success of all-ceramic materials and digital restorative technologies.

Learning Objectives:

• The lecture will provide an insight about the emerging technologies in minimally invasive dentistry
• The lecture will highlight the advantages of modern CAD/CAM materials and related digital workflows
• The lecture will present case series and the scientific evidence pertaining to the clinical success of ceramic materials and the corresponding minimally invasive preparation designs.