Tooth selection for complete denture patients has been assisted by different anthropometric
studies of individuals from various ethnicities.
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However, it may be difficult for the patient to evaluate the esthetic outcome until
the tooth arrangement is completed. Although digital dentistry has enabled visualizing
the outcome with a digital trial restoration, the expensive software program and complex
workflow may make these procedures inaccessible for many practices, and it may be
many years before it becomes routine for complete denture fabrication.
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Published online: May 24, 2021
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