Used for many decades in the manufacturing industry, computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) have been developed into highly effected tools for dentists in the last 20 years. Continued developments in the technology now allow patients to receive fast, effective custom-fitted parts for dental care, be it crowns, veneers, bridges, implants and many other things.

Using a mixture of moulds, x-rays and photographs taken by your dentist, CAD/CAM technology in dentistry can now be used to build dental components to your exact specifications. Normally constructed out of composite resins, dentists can use the technology to treat a wide range of different dental problems. Once the dental component is produced your Leeds dentist will then be able to install it and give you back full function and appearance after you have suffered from any dental injuries or conditions.

Dentists with the technology within the offices are beginning to be able to offer incredibly fast services that would have previously taken many weeks of waiting. Although the CAD/CAM technology is now very powerful, it is important that it is operated by a professional dentist who know what to look for the and how to fix any problems. When available your dentist will suggest the use of CAD/CAM technologies to help you, they will not be appropriate for all situations and it is best to listen to the advice of your dentist. Although costs of using this technology used to be high, they are quickly reducing as the it becomes more prevalent and efficient.