DNT 503
Digital Prosthodontics
2 Unit(s) (LH 30)
Course Description
At the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. identify CAD/CAM systems and justify their use in dental technology;
2. describe the materials used in CAD/CAM;
3. identify the other supporting equipment used in CAD/CAM; and
4. describe the principles underpinning the use of CAD-CAM ceramics.
Course Outline
Definition of terms. Types/ classification of digital prosthodontics. Materials and equipment in
digital prosthodontics. Applications and indications for CAD-CAM. Prerequisites for dental CAD-
CAM success. Restorative materials for dental CAD-CAM system. scanning devices. Computer-
assisted designs and Computer-assisted manufacturing.