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Review Papers | Dentistry | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1592 - 1595 | India
Conventional Impressions Versus Digital Impressions: A Systematic Review "The Art of Accurate Impressions: Revolutionizing Dentistry"
Abstract: Purpose: A systematic review of digital impression versus conventional impression is presented. Material and Methods: We conducted a systematic literature review by searching three electronic data base namely, PUBMED, MEDLINE and Web Science for papers published between 2002 to 2023. The search resulted in total of 22 articles and research strategy was followed using PRISMA guidelines. The search was limited using these keywords: "conventional impression", " digital impression", "superior accuracy", "accurate fit ", "patient comfort". Results: The advantages of digital impressions over traditional methods in the context of prosthetic rehabilitation, particularly in the fields of fixed, removable, and implant prostheses. Both conventional and digital techniques for impression-taking have their roles, but the review focuses on the growing shift toward digital methods due to their increased accuracy, patient comfort, and improved workflow management. Digital impression techniques have been shown to offer superior accuracy and higher patient/operator satisfaction compared to conventional impression techniques. Conclusion: According to multiple clinical and preclinical studies, Clinicians should consider this evidence when choosing the best technique for their patients.
Keywords: digital dental impression, conventional impression method, prosthetic accuracy, patient comfort in dentistry, prosthetic workflow management
How to Cite?: Dr. Syed Ershad Ahmed, Rajasri S, Prithika K, "Conventional Impressions Versus Digital Impressions: A Systematic Review "The Art of Accurate Impressions: Revolutionizing Dentistry"", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1592-1595, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26323122021, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26323122021