Accuracy of Digital and Conventional implant impressions: a literature review

Authors

  • Gianina Salton Mattevi Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina
  • Maria Salete Sandini Linden
  • Joāo Paulo De Carli Universidade de Passo Fundo
  • Priscila Sousa Rocha
  • Kelson Marinho de Oliveira

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5335/rfo.v30i1.16696

Keywords:

dental implants, dental impression technique, denture precision attachment

Abstract

Introduction: The impression phase to obtain the implant prosthesis is fundamental, the impression technique should be the most precise to have an ideal work model and, therefore to finally reach a passive implant crown. Objective: This literature review research enlightens the main characteristics, indications, limitations, advantages, and disadvantages of digital and conventional impressions. Method: The literature review was conducted using the PubMed database to obtain scientific articles, including in vitro studies, randomized controlled clinical trials, systematic reviews, and meta-analysis. The articles were selected looking to accomplish the objective of this review. Literature review: The conventional technique has been used for many years and is considered the gold standard. However, the digital impression is taking place, eliminating clinical and laboratory steps, and increasing the users number. It depends on the clinician's familiarity and willingness to invest and learn in the technology. Conclusion: Both impression techniques, conventional and digital, have particular characteristics, indications, limitations, advantages, and drawbacks. Yet, the researchers keep finding solutions to overcome the daily clinical challenges of digital tools to equalize investment and technology usage.

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Author Biographies

  • Maria Salete Sandini Linden

    especialista em periodontia e implantodontia, mestre e doutora em odontologia

  • Joāo Paulo De Carli, Universidade de Passo Fundo

    especialista em estomatologia, prótese e implantodontia, mestre e doutor em odontologia. Professor titular da disciplina de prótese da Universidade de Passo Fundo.

  • Priscila Sousa Rocha

    Especialista em Implantodontia

  • Kelson Marinho de Oliveira

    especialista em prótese, periodontia e implantodontia, mestre e doutor em odontologia

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Published

2025-02-17

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Revisão de Literatura

How to Cite

Accuracy of Digital and Conventional implant impressions: a literature review. (2025). Revista Da Faculdade De Odontologia - UPF, 30(1). https://doi.org/10.5335/rfo.v30i1.16696