Assoc. Prof. Fatma Abdelgawad
Biography
Associate Professor
Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department,
Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo Univeristy Egypt
Workshop
Title:
“Computer-Guided Pre-formed Zirconia Crowns: The Digital Age of Pediatric Dentistry”
Speakers: Dr. Andrew C. Johnson – Dr. Charles Davis – Dr. Joy Elian Elhayek – Assoc. Prof. Fatma Abdelgawad
Description:
By combining the CAD/CAM capabilities of contemporary prosthodontics with the clinical speed requirements of pediatric dentistry, the future of prefabricated zirconia crowns is more efficient, effective, and easier than ever before. By providing real-time, automated crown size selection and preparation guidance, digital assistance can now help any provider—from the new-grad to the seasoned expert—accomplish prefabricated zirconia crowns as quickly and conservatively as traditional stainless steel. With the Alphabyte software integrated with the OVO intraoral scanner, the digital age of pediatric dentistry has officially begun!
Learning objectives:
– Appreciate the complexities of accomplishing preformed zirconia crowns compared to stainless steel.
– Familiarize with contemporary digital technologies that allow for advanced case preplanning.
– Understand the benefits of conservative, computer-guided tooth preparation based on crown size selection.