Article summary:

In this article, Dr Alessandro and Dr Andrea Agnini describe a complex full-arch implant rehabilitation case performed using a fully digital workflow. They emphasize the advantages of Multi-Direct Capture technology in delivering highly accurate, efficient, and predictable outcomes in dental prosthetics.

Case Overview

A 65-year-old male patient presented with terminal dentition in the upper jaw, including poor aesthetics, limited function, halitosis, pain, and tooth mobility. After comprehensive digital diagnostics using an iTero Lumina intraoral scanner, the clinical team planned full-arch implant prosthetic rehabilitation and conservative treatment for lower anterior teeth. The process involved virtual smile design, guided implant placement, and digital planning using multidisciplinary data integration (CBCT, intraoral scans, and facial scans).

Multi-Direct Capture Technology Highlights

• The iTero Lumina scanner’s proprietary Multi-Direct Capture technology enabled faster, deeper, and more accurate 3D data collection compared to traditional methods, streamlining workflow across diagnosis, planning, execution, and restoration.
• This technology delivered full-jaw scan accuracy similar to photogrammetry, the current gold standard, but without the need for additional capture devices, simplifying the process for both clinicians and labs.
• The enhanced capture field was crucial for scanning edentulous areas and soft tissues accurately, contributing to passive fit and long-term clinical success.

Outcomes and Conclusion

• The final prosthesis, fabricated with digital CAD/CAM design and high-quality materials (monolithic zirconia on a titanium bar), provided excellent aesthetic and functional results verified by digital checks and clinical protocols.
• The case demonstrates that accurate digital data capture, enabled by Multi-Direct Capture technology, is a transformative advancement for full-arch implant rehabilitation, improving workflow efficiency, material selection, and long-term prognosis

🔗 Access the Full Article : DDS Magazine, Issue 8 (June 2025)