Technologies

Smart Tempcap

Technology description

Application area

• The Tempcap presents a novel approach that simplifies the provisional process by providing a predictable, efficient and cost-effective treatment alternative.
• Coupling of the smart abutment will allow for assessment of key parameters
• This will result in early detection and intervention with the patient seeking a professional dental examination
• Effective alternative to implant provisionals

Advantages

The Tempcap is a dental abutment and process that has been researched and patented. To further advance the technology, researchers at Western University are proposing coupling the abutment with a sensor within the substructure to create a novel smart abutment. A smart abutment would assess key parameters. Variations from normal would alert the patient to seek a professional dental examination. Currently, patients are only assessed at fixed intervals. With the smart abutment, early detection would prompt timely intervention and resolution, resulting in a more predictable and successful treatment outcome. The current advancement will enable uniqueness in design, functionality, early detection and timely intervention.