[ Digital Protocols at Almadent Lab ]

Modern Digital Prosthodontics for Dental Professionals

Contemporary prosthodontics requires solutions that combine precision, efficiency, and predictable clinical outcomes. At Almadent Lab, 70% of our restorations are produced using a fully digital workflow, supported by advanced CAD/CAM technologies, intraoral scanning, and seamless digital communication with dental practices.

This standard of work provides clinicians with greater control over treatment planning, shorter turnaround times, and consistently high-quality prosthetic restorations.

What Is a Digital Workflow?

A digital workflow is a process in which all or most stages of prosthetic design and fabrication are carried out digitally.

It includes:

• intraoral scans (IOS) as the foundation for diagnostics and treatment planning
• digital bite registration and photographic documentation
• restoration design using exocad and 3Shape software
• CAD/CAM manufacturing technologies
• CNC milling and 3D printing
• fully digital communication with the dental practice

This allows clinicians to transition from conventional analog methods to a modern digital workflow that optimizes every stage of prosthetic treatment.

Intraoral Scanning – Faster and More Accurate

Instead of traditional impressions, the clinician performs an intraoral scan (IOS), which is instantly transferred to our laboratory as a digital file (e.g., STL).

Benefits:

• enhanced accuracy and detail reproduction
• elimination of material-related distortions and errors
• no need for transporting physical impressions
• faster case initiation by the laboratory

This significantly shortens the time from tooth preparation to final delivery of the restoration.

CAD/CAM Design – Full Control Over the Final Outcome

Every crown, bridge, abutment, bar, and implant-supported restoration is digitally designed using specialized CAD software.

Working with exocad and 3Shape enables:

• precise anatomical design
• accurate control of contact points and occlusion
• predictable esthetic outcomes
• high repeatability and consistency

Clinicians can actively participate in the design phase through design approval, case consultation, and direct feedback before fabrication begins.

This translates into greater clinical control and fewer chairside adjustments at delivery.

Faster Communication with the Laboratory

Within a digital workflow, all communication takes place online.

Using Labjet, scanner platforms, and electronic communication channels, clinicians can quickly share:

• intraoral scans
• clinical photographs
• shade information
• clinical notes
• questions and technical consultations

This enables real-time collaboration and significantly reduces the risk of miscommunication.

Reduced Treatment Time for Patients

Thanks to CAD/CAM technology and automated manufacturing processes, treatment time can be significantly reduced.

Benefits for the practice:

• fewer patient appointments
• faster case turnaround
• shorter waiting times
• easier appointment scheduling and workflow management

For patients, this means greater comfort and faster completion of treatment.

Digital Archiving and Data Security

All scans and designs are digitally archived, allowing easy access to case documentation whenever needed.

This is especially valuable for:

• adjustments and remakes
• restoration reproduction
• future treatment stages
• implant prosthodontic cases

Comprehensive digital archiving increases both procedural safety and long-term treatment predictability.

Why Almadent Lab?

As a dental laboratory with extensive experience in modern digital prosthodontics, we understand the importance of efficient collaboration with clinicians.

That is why 70% of our restorations are already produced using digital protocols, ensuring:

• exceptional manufacturing precision
• fast turnaround times
• direct communication with experienced dental technicians
• support throughout every stage of treatment

Digital workflows at Almadent Lab provide clinicians with a modern prosthetic solution designed for quality, predictability, and seamless collaboration.

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