Integración de la ingeniería inversa y la dinámica mandibular dental

Abstract

Purpose: This study proposes a methodology that

integrates reverse engineering and mandibular

dynamics in dental CAD/CAM systems. Thus, it

aims to provide more objective information to

the dental technician for diagnosis, planning and

treatment.

Method: In the proposed methodology, the

occlusal contacts are detected by the T-Scan

system and occlusal surfaces are obtained

using an intraoral scanner. These contacts are

projected onto the patient’s occlusal surfaces

and also, occlusal forces are obtained over time.

Results: Using this methodology, 4 cases (in

vitro and in vivo) have been carried out and the

viability of this integration has been analyzed.

On the one hand, reliability was determined

by analyzing the existence of contacts and an

average value of 78% was obtained.

Discussion & Conclusion: The study is a

step forward in digital dentistry, because it

determines the exact location of contacts and

occlusal forces individual patient over time. This

information is more meaningful for the dental

professional and in a future study, it should

determined the accuracy of the methodology.)