This lecture will show the continuous development in the computer technology and the exciting new world of digitalization of dental procedures which brought new parameters in the field of surgery, esthetic dentistry and dental technology. Computerized engineering technology is related with consistent precision and reproducible results in a streamlined work process. These technologies offer more accuracy which allow better design quality.
The establishment of CAD/CAM technology has been the game changer for the production of implant supported restorations by means of on-screen designing with software applications, and secondary computer-assisted production with rapid prototyping such as milling or 3D printing. We will discuss novel ways to integrate patient data into a digital workflow in interdisciplinary dentistry and dental technology.