CAD/CAM restoration workflow

WHAT ARE THE STEPS OF PREPARING A CAD/CAM RESTORATION?

Note: This guide does not replace proper education and training in CAD/CAM restorations.

A. SCAN

1. Manually connect the scan abutment/bodies to the implants or the screw-retained P64, P14 or P16 abutment. Alternatively, connect to their analogs in the model.
2. Scan intra-orally using an intra-oral scanner or scan the casted/printed model using a tabletop scanner.
3. Check the scanning result for missing areas, and rescan if needed. Send the scanning data (STL file) to the dental lab.

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B. DESIGN

1. Upload the scanning data to the dedicated CAD/CAM design software, and choose the desired restoration components from the AB Dental library.
2. Design the desired restoration, and crate job/work file.
3. Optional: Design a printed plastic model in case needed.

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C. PRODUCE

1. Send the created prosthetic job/work file to CAM software.
2. Manufacture the prosthetic job/work.
3. Check the final work restoration on the model (cast or printed) and correct as needed.

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D. INSTALL

1. Glue the Ti-base abutments or adhesive sleeves into the crown or bridge restoration components (final prosthetic parts).
2. Connect the final restoration in the patient’s mouth.
3. Retouch and finish.

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