Digital imaging Flashcards
The use of computer programs to create two- or three-dimensional (2D or 3D) graphical representations of physical objects:
CAD (computer aided design)
The use of computer software to control machine tools and related machinery in the manufacturing of work pieces:
CAM (computer aided manufacturing/milling)
What do we need in order to apply the digital imaging concept to practice? (3)
- intra oral scanner
- designing software
- production unit
a production unit that works via 3D printing is considered:
additive
a production unit that works via milling is considered:
subtractive
Available digital imaging systems include:
- CEREC Primescan, Omnicam, Bluecam (Sirona)
- Tiors, 3 Shape (3D Biocad)
- iTero digital scanner
- E4D Dentist
- Medit
- Lava COS
Requirements of intraoral scanner include: (4)
- easy to use
- accuracy
- software capability & speed
- cost
The use of additive manufacturing to create dental prosthesis such as aligners, dentures, and crowns:
3D printing
Designed to cut crowns, bridges, copings, frameworks, implant abutments and more from materials such as ceramics, zirconias, alloys, resins or wax:
Milling machine
CEREC system is used to create:
inlays, onlays, crowns & bridges
What type of light is used with CEREC, what is else is required?
Visible blue light (LED) & powder
What is the imaging technique differences for CEREC Omnicam vs. CEREC Bluecam?
Omnicam: continuous data aquisition
Bluecam: multiple shots joined together
Which form of CEREC 3D scans in color?
Omnicam
Which form of CEREC requires powder?
Bluecam
The following advantages coincide with:
-powder free
-easy handling
-precise 3D image in natural color
CEREC Omnicam
The following advantages coincide with:
-high precision
-rapid scan in powder coated surfaces
-easy to use
CEREC Bluecam
What scan procedure does CEREC Primescan utilize?
dynamic depth scan
What scan procedure does CEREC Omniscan utilize?
Triangulation
T/F: with CAD/CAM we can do single restorations on natural teeth; multiunit restoration on natural teeth; implant restorations; & Removable prosthesis
True
What CAD/CAM more cost effective?
60-70% savings in lab bills & reduction in labor
T/F: The only disadvantage to CAD/CAM is the production process
False- CAD/CAM has a faster production process
The multilevel quality improvement through digital technology is recognized in: (4)
- workflow & efficiency
- record keeping
- data fidelity
- therapeutics
Posterior single tooth restorations fabricated from intraoral scans by using CAD/CA, technology have acceptable results for:
- shade
- contour
- marginal adaptation
- occlusion