CAD-CAM AREA – DESCRIPTION
Lets examine what Dental CAD/CAM is all about, considering steps and procedures involved in this modern professional technique.
The CAD/CAM acronim (Computer-Aided Design / Computer-Aided Manufacturing) describes a highly technological process.
The CAD/CAM acronim (Computer-Aided Design / Computer-Aided Manufacturing) describes a highly technological process.
The initial planning phase is carried out on a computer. The completed design is forwarded to specialised computerised equipment, where the item/product/device is made.
The advantages: it is extremely precise technology and processes are entirely repeatable; it employs a variety of bio-compatible materials; items can be re-manufactured if cracked or damaged at any stage; production output is good, with considerable speed.
The advantages: it is extremely precise technology and processes are entirely repeatable; it employs a variety of bio-compatible materials; items can be re-manufactured if cracked or damaged at any stage; production output is good, with considerable speed.