

The ever growing CAD/CAM technology was fueled by the evolution of computing power and precise acquisition units and milling machines. Pioneered by Mörmann in the early 1980s, the first CAD/CAM system called Cerec ® System (Sirona Dental systems, Germany) opened the era of CAD/CAM in dentistry. The increased demand for all-ceramic restorations in both the anterior and posterior regions has led to evolution of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD and CAM) technology systems. Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing in dentistry – Future is present. How to cite this URL: Shenoy VK, Prabhu M B. How to cite this article: Shenoy VK, Prabhu M B.

Keywords: Ceramics, computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing, milling devices

Impression techniques, burnout oven, and casting machines have been replaced by model scanning and CAD/CAM milling machines. The paradigm shift from traditional techniques to CAD/CAM technology has brought about a revolutionary change in the way the restorations are fabricated. Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) restorations have developed at rapid pace since their introduction offering accuracy and more options.
