Efficacy of a Checklist for O ffice-Laboratory Communication:: A Clinical Study on Quality Outcomes for Single Crowns

• Autores: M.E. Bresciano, Guido Audenino, Enrico Poglio, Marco Morello, Andrea De Maria
• Localización: The International Journal of Prosthodontics, ISSN-e 1942-4426, Vol. 30, Nº. 2, 2017, págs. 160-162
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a structured communication protocol between dentists and dental laboratory technicians.

    Materials and Methods: A total of 112 single metal-ceramic crowns, fabricated by four different dentist-dental technician pairs, were evaluated at the clinical try-in appointment. Subsequently, each professional pair produced another 112 crowns using a checklist.

    Results: The scores showed a statistically significant improvement in clinical outcomes with the use of a checklist by reducing adjustment times for contact area, fit, and occlusion and number of appointments.

    Conclusion: The use of a checklist improved crown quality