Prof. Dr. Dr. Albert Mehl
Computerized Restorative Dentistry and Dental Informatics
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Clinical Specialisations
Computerized Restorative Dentistry and Dental Informatics
Research Interests
- Computerized Dentistry (CAD/CAM)
- Mathematical modelling of functional and biological morphology of teeth (biogeneric tooth model)
- New concepts of virtual articulators and dynamic occlusion with corresponding mathematical algorithms
- Optical 3D-Scanner developments
- Esthetic Dentistry
- Physical and mechanical properties of restorative materials with main emphasis on ceramics and composites
- Development of new treatment concepts and diagnostic methods
- Former Editor in Chief of the International Journal of Computerized Dentistry
Selected publications
Mehl, A., Gloger, W., Kunzelmann, K.-H., Hickel, R.: A new optical 3-D device for the detection of wear. J Dent Res 76, 1799-1807 (1997).
Mehl, A., Hickel, R., Kunzelmann, K.-H.: Physical properties and gap formation of light-cured composites with and without “softstart-polymerization”. J Dent 25, 321-330 (1997).
Mehl, A., Kunzelmann, K.H., Folwaczny, M., Hickel, R.: Stabilization effects of CAD/CAM ceramic restorations in extended MOD-cavities. J Adhes Dent 6, 239-245 (2004).
Mehl, A., Blanz, V., Hickel, R.: Biogeneric tooth: a new mathematical representation for tooth morphology in lower first molars. Eur J Oral Sci 113, 333-340 (2005)
Mehl, A.: A New Concept for the Integration of Dynamic Occlusion in the Digital Construction Process, Int J Comput Dent, 15: 109-123 (2012).
Mehl, A., Koch, R., Zaruba, M., Ender A.: 3D Monitoring and Quality Control Using Intraoral Optical Camera Systems, Int J Comput Dent, 16: 23-36 (2013)
Mehl, A.: 3D-Datenerfassung und CAD/CAM-Technologie in der restaurativen Zahnmedizin – Entwicklung, Einsatz und Perspektiven eines neuen Verfahrens. Habilitationsschrift, Poliklinik für Zahnerhaltung und Parodontologie, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, 1-235 (1998).
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Publications
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A novel algorithmic approach for automatic virtual articulation to avoid dynamic interferences in dental restoration designs. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 27(2):179-189.
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Notch Signaling Pathway in Tooth Shape Variations throughout Evolution. Cells, 12(5):761.
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Randomized controlled pilot study assessing efficacy, efficiency, and patient-reported outcomes measures of chairside and labside single-tooth restorations. Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, 35(1):74-83.
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Effects of overnight storage conditions on conventional complete removable prostheses. International Journal of Prosthodontics, 35(6):730-737.
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Accuracy of digital complete-arch, multi-implant scans made in the edentulous jaw with gingival movement simulation: An in vitro study. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 128(3):468-478.
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Evidence that Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins self-medicate with invertebrates in coral reefs. iScience, 25(6):104271.
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Time Efficiency of Digitally and Conventionally Produced Single-Unit Restorations. Dentistry Journal, 9(6):62.
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Low-Profile Electromagnetic Field Sensors in the Measurement and Modelling of Three-Dimensional Jaw Kinematics and Occlusal Loading. Annals of Biomedical Engineering, 49(6):1561-1571.
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Measurement of normal and pathological mandibular and temporomandibular joint kinematics: A systematic review. Journal of Biomechanics, 111:109994.
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Fracture Load of CAD/CAM Feldspathic Crowns Influenced by Abutment Material. Materials, 13(15):3407.
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Is it possible to detect a true rotation axis of the temporomandibular joint with common pantographic methods? A fundamental kinematic analysis. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 23(9):445-455.
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Fracture load of three-unit full-contour fixed dental prostheses fabricated with subtractive and additive CAD/CAM technology. Clinical Oral Investigations, 24(2):1035-1042.
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Local accuracy of actual intraoral scanning systems for single-tooth preparations in vitro. Journal of the American Dental Association, 151(2):127-135.
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Digital technologies for functional diagnosis and treatment. Journal of Craniomandibular Function, (2):115-132.
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Review and outlook. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 23(1):5-6.
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Fracture load of CAD/CAM-fabricated and 3D-printed composite crowns as a function of material thickness. Clinical Oral Investigations, 23(6):2777-2784.
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CAD-CAM milled versus rapidly prototyped (3D-printed) complete dentures: An in vitro evaluation of trueness. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 121(4):637-643.
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Three-Dimensional Digital Evaluation of the Fit of Endocrowns Fabricated from Different CAD/CAM Materials. Journal of Prosthodontics, 28(2):e504-e509.
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Teaching dental undergraduate students restorative CAD/CAM technology: evaluation of a new concept. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 22(3):263-271.
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Accuracy of complete- and partial-arch impressions of actual intraoral scanning systems in vitro. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 22(1):11-19.
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Accuracy of Buccal Scan Procedures for the Registration of Habitual Intercuspation. Operative Dentistry, 43(6):573-580.
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Clinical evaluation of indirect particle-filled composite resin CAD/CAM partial crowns after 24 months. Journal of Prosthodontics, 27(8):694-699.
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Influence of Different CAM Strategies on the Fit of Partial Crown Restorations: A Digital Three-dimensional Evaluation. Operative Dentistry, 43(5):530-538.
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Werkstoffkunde in der Zahnmedizin- Moderne Materialien und Technologien. In: Rosentritt, Martin; Ilie, Nicoleta; Lohbauer, Ulrich. Werkstoffkunde in der Zahnmedizin : moderne Materialien und Technologien. Deutschland: Georg Thieme Verlag, 425-442.
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The determination of the terminal hinge axis: a fundamental review and comparison of known and novel methods. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 21(3):201-214.
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Hinge axis determination of the temporomandibular joint and its interpretation: what do we really measure?. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 21(21):295-303.
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'Simplification-itis' and scientific accuracy. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 21(21):275-276.
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Digital evaluation of the fit of zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate crowns with a new three-dimensional approach. Quintessence International:9-15.
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A validation study of reconstructed rapid prototyping models produced by two technologies. Angle Orthodontist, 87(5):782-787.
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In vivo tooth-color measurement with a new 3D intraoral scanning system in comparison to conventional digital and visual color determination methods. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 20(4):343-361.
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Chairside systems: a current review. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 20(2):123-149.
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Precision of guided scanning procedures for full-arch digital impressions in vivo. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics / Fortschritte der Kieferorthopädie, 78(6):466-471.
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CAD/CAM-Restaurationen aus hochgefülltem Komposit: erste klinische Ergebnisse nach 12 Monaten. Deutsche Zahnärztliche Zeitschrift, 72:252.
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Influence of material thickness on fractural strength of CAD/CAM fabricated ceramic crowns. Dental Materials Journal, 36(6):778-783.
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Indirect zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate ceramic CAD/CAM restorations: Preliminary clinical results after 12 months. Quintessence International, 48(1):19-25.
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CAD/CAM milled removable complete dentures: an in vitro evaluation of trueness. Clinical Oral Investigations, 21(6):2007-2019.
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Marginal adaptation, fracture load and macroscopic failure mode of adhesively luted PMMA-based CAD/CAM inlays. Dental Materials, 32(2):e22-e29.
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Niedertiefenbach. Ein Galeriegrab der spätneolithischen Wartberggruppe südwestlich von Niedertiefenbach (Landkreis Limburg-Weilburg, Hessen). Prähistorische Zeitschrift, 91(2):284-316.
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Intraoralscanner: eine aktuelle Übersicht. Kieferorthopädie, 30(1):37-53.
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In vivo precision of conventional and digital methods for obtaining quadrant dental impressions. Clinical Oral Investigations, 20(7):1495-1504.
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In vivo precision of conventional and digital methods of obtaining complete-arch dental impressions. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 115(3):313-320.
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Influence of material surface on the scanning error of a powder-free 3D measuring system. Clinical Oral Investigations, 19(8):2035-2043.
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Vollkeramik für Einlagefüllungen, Onlays und Seitenzahn-Teilkronen. In: Kern, M; Beuer, F; Frankenberger, R. Vollkeramik auf einen Blick : Leitfaden zur Indikation, Werkstoffauswahl, Vorbereitung und eingliederung von vollkeramischen Restaurationen (6., aktualisierte und erweiterte Auflage). Ettlingen: Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Keramik in der Zahnheilkunde e.V., n/a.
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Virtual smile design systems: a current review. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 18(4):303-317.
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Intraoral scanning systems - a current overview. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 18(2):101-129.
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Non- and minimally invasive full-mouth rehabilitation of patients with loss of vertical dimension of occlusion using CAD/CAM: an innovative concept demonstrated with a case report. International Journal of Computerized Dentistry, 18(3):273-286.
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Rekonstruktion erosiver Zahnhartsubstanzdefekte mit Komposit. Die Quintessenz, 66(9):1055-1069.
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A 3-dimensional accuracy analysis of chairside CAD/CAM milling processes. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 112(6):1425-1431.
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Fully automatic CAD design of the occlusal morphology of partial crowns compared to dental technicians' design. Clinical Oral Investigations, 17(2):491-496.
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Similarity measure for quality control of dental CAD/CAM-applications. Computers in Biology and Medicine, 42(11):1086-1090.