J Korean Acad Prosthodont.  2025 Apr;63(2):194-202. 10.4047/jkap.2025.63.2.194.

Complete mouth rehabilitation with fixed implant-supported prosthesis in an edentulous maxilla using dental CAD-CAM technology

• Hong JE
• Cha HR
• Bang JW
• Kim SA
• Lee KW
• Lee YS
• Jang HW

• KMID: 2567738
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4047/jkap.2025.63.2.194

Abstract

For patients with edentulous maxillae, creating a prosthetic treatment plan involves considering anatomical factors, aesthetics, the patient’s financial situation, and oral hygiene capabilities. In this case, CAD-CAM technology was used to accurately plan implant placements for a full arch fixed restoration based on the design of the final prosthesis. A customized surgical guide ensured precise implant placement and a provisional restoration was created using CAD-CAM. The definitive prosthesis was then created based on the second provisional restoration that has been previously used and adjusted by the patient. This approach achieved an excellent functional and aesthetic outcome, highlighting the benefits of digital approach and its potential for further clinical applications.

Keyword

CAD-CAM; Digital dentistry; Implant-supported dental prostheses