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Abstract

Universal health coverage emphasizes universal, timely, and effective access to health services. One of the main issues currently facing the public health system is the lengthy waiting times for specialized care and surgical interventions in more complex centers. This challenge extends to dental care, where the specialty of Prosthodontics has one of the highest patient backlogs. The adoption of CAD/CAM technology in Prosthodontics aims to address this problem by optimizing time and resources, reducing the number of treatment sessions, and gaining acceptance among patients. Additionally, it yields high-quality results and minimizes cross-contamination in the workflow with the laboratory. The digital workflow also reduces the carbon footprint of dental treatments by cutting down on patient transfers and single-use supplies, supporting the State's commitment to environmental impact mitigation. Although implementing this technology requires technical effort and financial investment, the benefits are significant and far-reaching, offering an efficient and sustainable approach to dental care within the health system.