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Marginal and Internal Adaptation of Crowns Fabricated on Models From Digital and Conventional Impressions: An In Vitro Study.

Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.] · Shomal M, Külünk Ş, Kısakürek S · 2026-08-24

Researchers compared how well crowns made from three materials fitted when fabricated on models created from either conventional or digital impressions. Lithium disilicate crowns on 3D-printed models from digital impressions showed the best fit, while all crowns remained within clinically acceptable gap limits.

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