Current Trends and Future Directions in Prosthetic and Implant Dentistry in the Digital Era

Dear Colleagues,

Advancements in digital technologies are reshaping the world of dentistry, from prosthodontics to implant dentistry. Intraoral scanners, facial scanners, 3D printers, and milling machines have revolutionized the clinical approach and the operative workflow in daily practice. However, digital dentistry brings several challenges to clinicians due to the rapid evolution of the new technologies and the lack of evidence-based guidelines for their correct use.

The aim of this Special Issue is to cover the latest advances in the development and application of digital technologies in prosthetic and implant dentistry. We wish to provide both clinicians and the researchers with a comprehensive and up-to-date source of information on current trends, limitations and potential future applications of digital technologies in daily clinical practice.

This Special Issue calls for high-quality research papers, reviews, case series, and case reports focusing on contemporary digital technologies used in prosthetic and implant dentistry. Topics of interest include but are not limited to the following:

• 3D printing
• Additive manufacturing
• Subtractive manufacturing
• Milling technologies
• CAD/CAM materials
• Digital implant planning
• Digital workflow
• Facial scanners
• Computer-guided implant surgery
• Intraoral scanner technology
• Digital design and fabrication of dental prostheses

Dr. Adolfo Di Fiore
Dr. Giulia Brunello
Guest Editors

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