In dentistry, modern procedures for digital intraoral impressions are now available. The data records are immediately available to the treating dentist for further treatment. Time and costs are saved. Nevertheless, it is still of interest how intraoral impressions compare to conventional procedures. Quality and accuracy in the impression taking of complex situations is required and is being investigated by us in comparative studies.

Additive manufacturing processes have become an integral part of patient care in dental clinics. Digital data sets and the planning of patient care based on them are already possible in many situations. We are investigating the integration of the digital workflow into the clinical situation. In addition to material examinations and their functionality, this also includes the establishment of new workflows for dental treatments in cooperation with the Dental School at University Medical Centre Rostock.