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08 editorial DENTAL TECHNOLOGY, OCTOBER-DECEMBER 2024

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

RAHUL KAKODKAR

Welcome to this edition of Dental Technology!

In this edition, we speak about Innovations in Digital Dentistry, especially Bar
Designs. Digital dentistry bar designs have garnered a lot of attention and opin-
ions from dental professionals across the globe. Many dentists appreciate the
enhanced precision that digital bar designs offer. The use of CAD/CAM technol-
ogy ensures a more accurate fit and better patient outcomes. Digital workflows
streamline the design and fabrication process, reducing treatment times and
improving efficiency in dental practices. Digital impressions and scans are more
comfortable for patients compared to traditional methods, leading to a better
overall patient experience. Digital bar designs allow for greater customization,
ensuring that each patient receives a tailored solution that fits their specific
needs.

Overall, digital dentistry bar designs are seen as a promising advancement in the
field, but like any new technologies, they come with both benefits and chal-
lenges. Although, there is no doubt that the experience as a whole is efficient,
precise and more patient friendly.

Some practitioners continue to be concerned about the initial investment
required for digital dentistry equipments and software especially smaller prac-
tices. Also, there is a significant learning curve associated with adopting new
technologies and some professionals may find it challenging to integrate digital
tools into their existing workflows. But remember many of your colleagues have
overcome these initial challenges and have fully embraced digital dentistry. My
advice is that quick adoption of digital dentistry will not only ensure better clini-
cal outcomes but will also set up your practice or laboratory for long term suc-
cess in an increasingly digital healthcare landscape.

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and features on topics of interest to practicing
dental technicians and dentists interested in dental
laboratory technology.

These may include lab procedures and techniques, topics relat-
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and non-clinical issues impacting dental laboratories.
Manuscripts must not be under consideration elsewhere.

We also welcome pre and post event reports, news items and
new product information from institutions, organisations and laboratories as well as feedback and com-
ments from readers.

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