F30: Occlusal Design Utilizing 100% Digital Workflow

In this lecture, participants will learn how to design optimal occlusions for dental implant cases, with a strong focus on utilizing 100% digital workflows. This includes virtual articulation, digital design, and 3D printing techniques to effectively treatment plan a range of cases, from simple to complex. Emphasis will be placed on streamlining the process and enhancing precision using advanced digital tools.

Educational Objectives:

• Effectively manage occlusal forces for both natural teeth and implants.
• Utilize virtual articulation to enhance efficiency and accuracy, leveraging digital tools to analyze occlusion and make precise design adjustments.
• Optimize the use of 3D printing for prototyping in cases involving teeth, implants, or both, understanding how these workflows improve both esthetic and functional outcomes.
• Recognize the importance of three-dimensional visualization in treatment planning, particularly for complex cases, and understand why digital approaches offer significant advantages in precision, predictability, and overall treatment success.