A digital workflow for complete dentures and implant-supported complete arch prostheses using a dual-function scan body: A dental technique

Pereira, Ana; Veríssimo, Matheus; de Freitas, Rodrigo; de Miranda, Larissa; Bernardes, Luis; Cavalcanti, Yuri; Yilmaz, Burak; Batista, André

doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.03.035

A digital workflow for complete dentures and implant-supported complete arch prostheses using a dual-function scan body: A dental technique

Pereira A. L. C., Veríssimo M. H. G., de Freitas R. F. C. P., de Miranda L. M., Bernardes L. F., Cavalcanti Y. W., ...Daha Fazla

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
Basım Tarihi: 2026
Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.03.035
Dergi Adı: Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CINAHL
Ankara Üniversitesi Adresli: Hayır

Özet

This article presents a clinical technique for a completely digital workflow involving complete dentures and implant-supported complete arch prostheses using a dual-function scan body. The protocol was completed in 3 appointments: the first session included functional impression, maxillomandibular record, and digital scans (intraoral and reverse extraoral); the second session involved esthetic and functional evaluations with metal framework fit verification; and the occlusal adjustments, hygiene instructions, and delivery were performed in the third session. This approach demonstrates the feasibility of a digital workflow for both prosthesis types, with the dual-function scan body optimizing the transferring of implant position, reducing clinical sessions, and maintaining prosthetic accuracy.