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ELDO s.r.l., Lo Russo Retractors - Team

Intraoral Scanning vs Conventional Impressions in Edentulous Patients: Advantages, Limitations, and Clinical Indications

Introduction In the rehabilitation of edentulous arches, one of the most frequently asked questions is: Can intraoral scanning really replace conventional impressions? Many clinicians perceive differe...

Clinical limitations Scan vs impression

Apr 10, 2026

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