Patent ID: 9107723
Filing Date: 2015-08-18
Classification: A61C,G16H

Abstract:
1. A computer-assisted method of creating a dental implant prosthesis, comprising the steps of: scanning a target jaw area where a patient needs a tooth implant, using a three-dimensional imaging device to produce three-dimensional scan data, and creating a three-dimensional digital representation of the target jaw area including representations of upper and lower jaws by processing said three-dimensional scan data using a computer operably connected to receive said scan data from said three-dimensional imaging device; displaying said three-dimensional digital representation for an operator, performing computer-assisted analysis of the digital representation to generate information relevant to selecting implant placement, displaying said information relevant to selecting implant placement, and receiving an electronic input from the operator selecting an implant placement location in response to said display of said digital representation and implant placement information; using a computer, processing said digital representation of said jaws to create a digital simulation of a closed position of said jaws and electronically calculate boundaries of a space available for an implant prosthesis at the implant placement location when the jaws are closed; electronically generating a three-dimensional digital model of said implant prosthesis based on said calculated boundaries and electronically transmitting said digital model to an automated manufacturing system whereby said automated manufacturing system is enabled to generate the implant prosthesis configured to fit the selected implant placement location according to said digital model.