Abstract

A Comparative Case Study of Maxillary Temporary Dentures Fabricated Using Two Digital Impression Techniques Ji-Han Kim, Jeong-Woo Yun, Su-Min Kim, Mee-Kyong Son, Yu-Ri Heo Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Chosun University The loss of multiple teeth can lead to various issues such as impaired oral function, speech difficulties, and aesthetic concerns, significantly reducing a patient's quality of life. Prosthetic treatment is necessary to address these issues, and the specific treatment plan is determined based on the individual patient's condition. Temporary dentures are used to restore oral function and aesthetics until the final prosthesis is completed, helping patients recover from the functional and esthetic changes caused by tooth loss. Advances in digital technology have enabled the use of CAD-CAM in dental treatments, reducing the number of visits and improving the accuracy of denture fabrication. For the fabrication of the temporary denture in this case, impressions were acquired using two methods: intraoral scanning and a conventional impression method followed by model scanning. The teeth were arranged and the denture was designed using CAD software, and then fabricated using a 3D printer. This case report details the process of creating a temporary denture for a completely edentulous patient using digital technology, and the patient achieved a satisfactory functional and aesthetic outcome.