CAD/CAM-Fabricated Nonmetal Clasp Denture: In Vitro Pilot Study

Int J Prosthodont. 2017 May/Jun;30(3):277-279. doi: 10.11607/ijp.5158.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to fabricate a prototype nonmetal clasp denture using computer-aided design/computer-assisted manufacture (CAD/CAM) technology.

Materials and methods: A partially edentulous mandibular working cast was scanned using an optical scanner. A sectional denture separated by two parts was designed on the scanned cast. These parts were milled and combined, and adhered using an adhesive luting agent.

Results: The completed denture was delivered on the working cast and provided an excellent level of fitness.

Conclusion: A prototype nonmetal clasp denture could be fabricated using CAD/CAM technology.

MeSH terms

  • Computer-Aided Design*
  • Denture Design*
  • Denture, Partial, Removable*
  • Humans
  • In Vitro Techniques
  • Jaw, Edentulous, Partially / rehabilitation*
  • Pilot Projects