Method and apparatus for providing user interface for manufacturing prosthesis, and computer readable medium storing program for executing method

Abstract

A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, comprising: identifying teeth from three-dimensional oral data of a patient; displaying, on a screen, a target tooth to be manufactured with a prosthesis among the teeth in a user-selectable state; displaying a first wheeled menu for generating a prosthesis or performing a data removal operation for a dental treatment target tooth; and displaying, on the screen, a first tool menu providing items for generating a prosthesis corresponding to the dental treatment target tooth.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2024-0111864, filed with the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) on August 21, 2024, and International Patent Application No. PCT / KR2024 / 015963, filed on October 21, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The embodiments relate to a method and apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses, and a computer-readable medium storing a program for performing the method. More specifically, it relates to a method and apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses, capable of intuitively and conveniently generating and modifying prostheses, and a computer-readable medium storing a program for performing the method. Background Technology

[0004] Three-dimensional oral data refers to data obtained by scanning teeth and the oral cavity using a 3D scanner. Dental treatments such as restorative treatments (including inlays, onlays, and crowns), implants, and orthodontic treatments can utilize the patient's oral data to design prostheses or implants and to manufacture orthodontic appliances.

[0005] While dental prostheses have traditionally been manufactured manually, they are now increasingly designed using 3D CAD software. Each CAD software product requires users to input different types of data and interact in multiple ways during the prosthesis design process. To use 3D CAD software, users need data for preprocessing 3D oral data, data for the prosthesis design process and for finalizing the design after completion, as well as interactive data. As the amount of data users must input during the prosthesis design process increases, the time and resources required for prosthesis design also increase significantly. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The embodiments provide a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses using an intuitive and convenient menu.

[0007] An embodiment provides an apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses.

[0008] An embodiment provides a computer-readable medium storing a program for performing the method.

[0009] A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses includes: identifying teeth from a patient’s three-dimensional oral data; displaying a target tooth among the teeth for which a prosthesis needs to be manufactured on a screen in a user-selectable state; displaying a first wheel menu for generating a prosthesis for the target tooth or performing data removal operations; and displaying on the screen an item for providing a first tool menu for generating a prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth.

[0010] In one embodiment, displaying a target tooth on a screen in a user-selectable state may include: displaying the tooth identification number of the target tooth in a selectable state in a tooth identification component that includes the tooth identification number of each of the teeth; displaying a three-dimensional image of three-dimensional oral data on the screen in a three-dimensional rotatable state; and displaying a tooth identification number label for the target tooth near the target tooth included in the three-dimensional image.

[0011] In one embodiment, when displaying a tooth number label near the target tooth, the tooth number label may be displayed to the upper right of the center point of a three-dimensional frame surrounding the boundary of the target tooth.

[0012] In one embodiment, when the first round menu is displayed on the screen, the prosthesis generation and data removal items can be displayed near the tooth number label.

[0013] In one embodiment, when a tooth number label or a target tooth in a 3D image is selected, both a first wheel menu and a first tool menu can be displayed on the screen.

[0014] In one embodiment, when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the target tooth, the first tool menu may display a first item for the tooth identification number and classification type of the target tooth, a second item for the boundary line of the target tooth, a third item for the direction of prosthesis insertion, and a fourth item for the inner surface of the prosthesis.

[0015] In one embodiment, when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects "prepare tooth", the classification type can be displayed as "crown" in the first item, and the first, second, third and fourth items can be in a selectable active state.

[0016] In one embodiment, displaying a first round menu on the screen may include: displaying a library selection and a data removal option near the scanned body; generating an artificial abutment model based on the value entered in the library selection; and displaying a library selection, a data removal option, and a prosthesis generation option near the artificial abutment model.

[0017] In one embodiment, when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the scanned body, the classification type can be displayed as implant in the first item, and the first and fourth items are in an active selectable state, while the second and third items are in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0018] In one embodiment, when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the artificial abutment model, the classification type corresponding to the target tooth can be displayed as implant in the first item, and the first, second, third and fourth items are in a selectable active state.

[0019] In one embodiment, the method may further include: determining the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth. And when the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth is a bridge structure, when determining the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth, it can be determined whether a bridge structure connects adjacent teeth within the tooth structure, and when the target tooth is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state, the target tooth can be displayed in a state that can be selected in groups or in a state that can be selected individually.

[0020] In one embodiment, when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects a missing tooth associated with a bridge structure, the classification type can be displayed as bridge in the first item. The first item is in an active selectable state, while the second, third, and fourth items are in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0021] In one embodiment, the method may further include: generating a prosthesis for bonding with a target tooth based on data set in a first round menu and a first tool menu; displaying a second round menu near the prosthesis for data removal operations; and displaying a second tool menu providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis.

[0022] In one embodiment, when the prosthesis is generated, a tooth number label for the tooth identification number of the target tooth to which the prosthesis is attached may be displayed near the prosthesis.

[0023] In one embodiment, when the second round menu is displayed, if the user selects one of crowns, inlays, high inlays, and bridge structures, the data removal item may be displayed near the tooth number label.

[0024] In one embodiment, when the second round menu is displayed, data removal and library selection items may be displayed near the tooth number label when the user selects a crown for the implant.

[0025] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects a prosthesis, the second tool menu may display a first item for the tooth identification number of the target tooth to be combined with the prosthesis and the classification type of the prosthesis, a second item for the boundary line of the target tooth, a third item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis, a fourth item for the inner surface of the prosthesis, a fifth item for three-dimensional manipulation of the prosthesis, a sixth item for modifying the shape of the prosthesis, a seventh item for adjusting the prosthesis with its adjacent or opposing teeth, and an eighth item for bridging the prosthesis.

[0026] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects the bridge structure, the classification type can be displayed as bridge body in the first item. The first, third, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth items are in an active state that can be selected, while the second and fourth items are in an inactive state that cannot be selected.

[0027] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the portion of the bridge structure that is combined with the prepared tooth is selected individually, the classification type can be displayed as crown in the first item. The first, second, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh items are in an active selectable state, while the third and eighth items are in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0028] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the portion of the bridge structure that is combined with the missing tooth is selected individually, the classification type can be displayed as bridge body in the first item. The first, fifth, sixth and seventh items are in an active selectable state, while the second, third, fourth and eighth items are in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0029] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects single crown, the classification type can be displayed as crown in the first item. The first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh items are in an active selectable state, while the eighth item is in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0030] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects a crown for implants, the classification type can be displayed as implant in the first item, and the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh items are in an active selectable state, while the eighth item is in an inactive, unselectable state.

[0031] In one embodiment, when the second tool menu is displayed, if the user selects inlay or high inlay, the category type can be displayed as inlay-high inlay, with the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh items being selectable and active, and the eighth item being unselectable and inactive.

[0032] An apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses includes an input unit, a controller, and an output unit. The input unit can receive operation signals from a user. The controller identifies teeth contained in a patient's three-dimensional oral data and, based on the operation signals received from the input unit, extracts items for generating and modifying a prosthesis corresponding to a target tooth in the oral cavity. The output unit receives output signals from the controller and displays a three-dimensional image of the three-dimensional oral data, a wheel-style menu displayed near the target tooth, and a tool menu providing items for generating or modifying the prosthesis.

[0033] In one embodiment, the wheel menu may include: a first wheel menu configured to be displayed near the target tooth; and a second wheel menu configured to be displayed near the prosthesis attached to the target tooth.

[0034] In one embodiment, a first round menu can be displayed before the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth is generated, and a second round menu can be displayed after the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth is generated.

[0035] In one embodiment, the tool menu may include: a first tool menu configured to provide a first, second, third, and fourth item for generating a prosthesis; and a second tool menu configured to provide a first, second, third, and fourth item for generating a prosthesis, and configured to provide a fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth item for modifying the prosthesis.

[0036] In one embodiment, the first item provides modification of the tooth identification number of the target tooth and the classification type of the target tooth or prosthesis. The second item provides modification of the boundary line of the target tooth. The third item provides modification of the insertion direction of the prosthesis. The fourth item provides modification of the inner surface of the prosthesis. The fifth item provides three-dimensional manipulation of the prosthesis. The sixth item provides modification of the shape of the prosthesis. The seventh item provides modification of the adjustment between the prosthesis and its adjacent or opposing teeth. The eighth item provides modification of the prosthesis bridge connection.

[0037] In one embodiment, the output unit may display a batch generation button, which is used to perform an operation of generating a prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth in one go.

[0038] A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores program instructions thereon, which can be executed by at least one hardware processor to: identify teeth from a patient's three-dimensional oral data; display on a screen a target tooth from which a prosthesis needs to be fabricated in a user-selectable state; display a first wheel menu for generating a prosthesis for the target tooth or performing data removal operations; and display on a screen a first tool menu that provides items for generating a prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth.

[0039] In a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, a first round menu for generating a prosthesis or performing data removal operations can be displayed on the screen near the target tooth for dental treatment. A first tool menu providing items for generating a prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth for dental treatment, a second round menu near the prosthesis for performing data removal operations, and a second tool menu providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis can also be displayed on the screen. Therefore, by using this method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses, the process of manufacturing prostheses can be executed quickly and accurately. Furthermore, by utilizing the first round menu, the second round menu, the first tool menu, and the second tool menu, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed more efficiently. Moreover, since the first round menu, the second round menu, the first tool menu, and the second tool menu provide a more intuitive and consistent user interface for the prosthesis manufacturing process, the efficiency of the prosthesis manufacturing process can be improved.

[0040] In an apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, the controller can identify teeth contained in a patient's three-dimensional oral data, automatically determine the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth, and automatically generate a prosthesis to be bonded to the target tooth based on data set in a first round menu and a first tool menu. The output unit can receive output signals from the controller and display the first round menu, the second round menu, the first tool menu, and the second tool menu on the screen. Therefore, a user interface and an apparatus for implementing such an interface can be provided, enabling a more efficient prosthesis manufacturing process. Attached Figure Description

[0041] Exemplary, non-limiting embodiments will become clearer from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0042] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Figure 2 This is a block diagram of an apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The view of the target tooth for dental treatment is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state.

[0045] Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is used for explanation Figure 1The view displays a first wheel-style menu near the target tooth in the dental procedure, as well as a first tool menu that provides items for generating prostheses.

[0046] Figure 9 and Figure 10 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The display provides a view of the first tool menu for generating prostheses.

[0047] Figure 11 It is a diagram. Figure 1 The view of the prosthesis to be combined with the target tooth is generated based on the data set in the first round menu and the first tool menu.

[0048] Figure 12 It is used for explanation Figure 1 A second round menu for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis, along with a second tool menu that provides items for generating and modifying the prosthesis.

[0049] Figure 13 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The display provides an example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0050] Figure 14 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The display provides another example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0051] Figure 15 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] Figure 16 It is a diagram. Figure 15 The flowchart shows the first round menu displayed near the scanned body or artificial base model.

[0053] Figure 17 yes Figure 15 The display provides a flowchart of the first tool menu for generating prostheses for scanning bodies or artificial abutment models.

[0054] Figure 18 It is used for explanation Figure 16 The view displays library selections and data removal items near the scanned object.

[0055] Figure 19 It is used for explanation Figure 16 The view displays library selections, data removal options, and prosthesis generation options near the artificial base model.

[0056] Figure 20 It is used for explanation Figure 17The view of the first tool menu is displayed for the scanned body.

[0057] Figure 21 This is the view used to interpret the first tool menu displayed for the artificial base model.

[0058] Figure 22 It is used for explanation Figure 15 A second-round menu is displayed near the prosthesis for data removal operations and library selection.

[0059] Figure 23 It is used for explanation Figure 15 The second tool menu provides a view for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0060] Figure 24 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to yet another embodiment of the present invention.

[0061] Figure 25 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The view of the target tooth for dental treatment is displayed on the screen in states that can be selected by the user in groups or individually.

[0062] Figure 26 and 27 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The first wheel menu view is displayed near the target tooth for dental treatment, selected by group or individually.

[0063] Figure 28 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The display provides a view of the first tool menu for generating prostheses.

[0064] Figure 29 It is used for explanation Figure 24 A second-round menu for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis.

[0065] Figure 30 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The second tool menu provides an example view of items for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0066] Figure 31 It is used for explanation Figure 24 This provides another example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0067] Figure 32 It is used for explanation Figure 24 This is yet another example view of the second tool menu that provides items for generating and modifying prostheses. Detailed Implementation

[0068] The specific structural or functional descriptions of the embodiments of the inventive concept disclosed herein are merely illustrative of the embodiments of the inventive concept. Embodiments of the inventive concept can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to those described herein.

[0069] The inventive concept is capable of various modifications and has many forms. Specific embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings and described in detail in the text. However, this is not intended to limit the inventive concept to the specific forms disclosed, and it should be understood that all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions falling within the spirit and technical scope of the inventive concept are included.

[0070] Terms such as "first" and "second" may be used to describe a variety of components, but these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms may only be used to distinguish one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the inventive concept, a first component may be referred to as a second component, and similarly, a second component may be referred to as a first component.

[0071] When a component is described as being "connected" or "coupled" to another component, it can be directly connected or coupled to the other component, or there may be another component in between. On the other hand, when a component is described as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled" to another component, it should be understood that there is no other component in between. Other expressions used to describe the relationship between components, such as "between" and "immediately between" or "adjacent" and "directly adjacent," should be interpreted in the same way.

[0072] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the inventive concept. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, singular expressions include plural expressions. In this application, terms such as “comprising” or “having” are intended to indicate the presence of said features, numbers, steps, operations, components, portions, or combinations thereof, and are not intended to exclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, portions, or combinations thereof.

[0073] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical or scientific terms) shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the inventive concept pertains. Terms as defined in common dictionaries shall be interpreted as having the same meaning as their use in the relevant technical field and shall not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly defined in this application.

[0074] Furthermore, where the embodiments can be implemented in other ways, the functions or operations specified in a particular block may occur in a different order than that specified in the flowchart. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially simultaneously, or these blocks may sometimes be executed in reverse order depending on the functions or operations involved.

[0075] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same components, and repeated descriptions of the same components will be omitted.

[0076] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a block diagram of an apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0077] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to an embodiment of the present invention, may include: identifying teeth from a patient's three-dimensional oral data and determining the prosthesis type S100; generating the boundary line of a target tooth for dental treatment S200; displaying the target tooth for dental treatment on a screen in a user-selectable state S300; displaying a first wheel menu near the target tooth for dental treatment S400; displaying a first tool menu providing items for generating the prosthesis S500; generating a prosthesis to be combined with the target tooth for dental treatment based on data set in the first wheel menu and the first tool menu S600; displaying a second wheel menu near the prosthesis for data removal operations S700; and displaying a second tool menu providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis S800.

[0078] In one embodiment, the process of identifying teeth and determining prosthesis type from the patient's three-dimensional oral data S100, generating the boundary line of the target tooth for dental treatment S200, displaying the target tooth for dental treatment on the screen in a user-selectable state S300, displaying a first wheel menu near the target tooth for dental treatment S400, and displaying a first tool menu providing items for generating the prosthesis S500 can be performed after generating the prosthesis to be combined with the target tooth for dental treatment based on the data set in the first wheel menu and the first tool menu S600.

[0079] In one embodiment, displaying a second round menu S700 for data removal operations near the prosthesis and a second tool menu S800 for providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis can be performed after generating a prosthesis S600 to be combined with the target tooth for dental treatment based on data set in the first round menu and the first tool menu.

[0080] A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to embodiments of the present invention (e.g., according to...) Figure 1 , Figure 15 and Figure 24The method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis can be performed by means 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis. For example, the method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis can be performed by a computing device. In one embodiment, the computing device can be used to provide a user interface to a user (e.g., Figure 3 The user interface 100 can be a mobile phone, video phone, smart tablet, tablet PC, desktop computer, or laptop computer. However, the type of device 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0081] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the apparatus 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses may include a data acquisition unit 10, a memory 12, a controller 14, an input unit 16, and an output unit 18.

[0082] In one embodiment, the device 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses may be an electronic device that implements a dental user interface through a computer-aided design (CAD) program. The device 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to one embodiment can perform a CAD process to assist in actual dental treatment, such as restorative treatment or implantation. The CAD process may be a series of processes including acquiring three-dimensional oral data of a patient, retrieving a virtual tooth model from a library under the control of a computer program, and placing the virtual model at a target location within the three-dimensional oral data. The three-dimensional oral data may be data containing three-dimensional data of teeth, including the target tooth for dental treatment, and the target location may be the position of the tooth within the dental arch contained in the three-dimensional oral data.

[0083] Data acquisition unit 10 can acquire three-dimensional oral data, including the patient's damaged target tooth for dental treatment. For example, a 3D scanner can be used to scan a plaster model (formed by taking an impression of the patient's mouth) to obtain three-dimensional oral data. In another example, a 3D intraoral scanner can be used to scan the inside of the patient's mouth to obtain three-dimensional oral data. In yet another example, computed tomography (CT) can be used to generate cross-sectional images of the patient's head, segment the tooth boundaries from the respective images, and integrate the segmented data to obtain three-dimensional oral data. The three-dimensional oral data may include images of the maxillary teeth captured from below when the mouth is open, images of the mandibular teeth captured from above when the mouth is open, local images when the mouth is closed, oral X-rays, etc. The acquired three-dimensional oral data can be stored in memory 12.

[0084] In one embodiment, the three-dimensional oral cavity scan data may be mesh data comprising three-dimensional vertices and a triangular or rectangular surface generated by connecting these vertices. Alternatively, the three-dimensional oral cavity scan data may be video data captured by a 3D scanner. The file format of the three-dimensional oral cavity scan data is not limited; for example, the file format may be one of ply, obj, and stl. Each of the CT data and MRI data may include two-dimensional image data and three-dimensional volumetric data.

[0085] The memory 12 can store various types of data, including data required for the operation of the device 1 and data generated during operation. In one embodiment, the memory 12 can store three-dimensional oral data for each patient, and during a dental treatment simulation, the three-dimensional oral data for a specific patient can be provided to the controller 14 in response to a user request. For example, images of the upper and lower dental arches stored in the memory 12 can be provided to the controller 14 upon user request.

[0086] When executing the CAD process under the control of a computer program, the controller 14 controls functional components (e.g., data acquisition unit 10, memory 12, input unit 16, and output unit 18). The controller 14 displays the patient's three-dimensional oral cavity data on the screen through the output unit 18. For example, the controller 14 can display normal teeth, the target tooth for dental treatment, and the contralateral tooth corresponding to the position of the target tooth through the output unit 18.

[0087] In one embodiment, the controller 14 may include an artificial neural network that performs actions such as identifying teeth and determining prosthesis type S100 from the patient's three-dimensional oral data, and generating the boundary line of the target tooth for dental treatment S200. Specifically, the controller 14 can extract teeth from the patient's three-dimensional oral data, determine the identification number corresponding to each tooth, and distinguish the target tooth for dental treatment among the teeth, thereby automatically determining the prosthesis type for the target tooth for dental treatment. Furthermore, the controller 14 can automatically generate the boundary line of the target tooth for dental treatment.

[0088] The input unit 16 can receive operation signals from the user. For example, the input unit 16 can receive command signals based on user actions (such as selecting a specific area in three-dimensional oral data or selecting a menu displayed on the output unit 18). In one embodiment, the input unit 16 can be an input device such as a mouse or a touch panel for transmitting command signals to the controller 14. However, the type of input unit 16 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited to this.

[0089] The controller 14 can extract items for generating and modifying prostheses corresponding to the target tooth in the dental treatment based on the operation signals received from the input unit 16. The output unit 18 can receive output signals from the controller 14 and use the extracted items to display a tool menu. Specifically, the output unit 18 can receive output signals from the controller 14 and display a three-dimensional image of the three-dimensional oral cavity data, a wheel menu displayed near the target tooth or prosthesis in the dental treatment (e.g., Figure 7 The first round menu 200 and Figure 12 The second round menu 220), and the tool menu that provides items for generating or modifying prostheses (e.g., Figure 9 First Tools Menu 300 and Figure 13 The second tool menu (400).

[0090] The output unit 18 may include a screen for displaying a user interface. In one embodiment, the output unit 18 may be a television for displaying a user interface, or it may include a computer monitor, a laptop screen, a tablet screen, etc. However, the type of output unit 18 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0091] Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The view of the target tooth for dental treatment is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state. For example, Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 It is a diagram. Figure 3 The user interface 100 displays a three-dimensional rotating view of the target tooth for dental treatment, viewed from a specific angle.

[0092] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 When the target tooth 110 for dental treatment is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state, the user interface 100 may include the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a tooth number label 120, a border line 130 for the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a tooth number component 140, and a batch generation button 150.

[0093] A three-dimensional image of the patient's three-dimensional oral data can be displayed on the screen displaying the user interface 100. For example, the three-dimensional image can be rotated in three dimensions according to user operation. The dental treatment target tooth 110 can be the tooth in the patient's three-dimensional oral data to which a prosthesis will be made. For example, the dental treatment target tooth 110 can correspond to a prepared tooth, a scanned body for implantation, or a missing tooth. The dental treatment target tooth 110 can be included in the three-dimensional image.

[0094] Here, "prepared tooth" can refer to a tooth prepared for an implant (such as a crown), or a tooth that has been partially ground down. Specifically, to create a single crown, the entire natural tooth needs to be removed to create a single crown to facilitate the placement of the implant; the natural tooth that has undergone this process is called a prepared tooth. Here, "scan body" for implants can refer to a temporary abutment placed in the gingiva for implantation, the type and material of which are yet to be determined. Specifically, after the type and material of the abutment model are determined, the scan body can be replaced by the abutment model, and the abutment and crown are combined for implant treatment. Here, "missing tooth" can refer to the portion of a tooth missing from the dental arch.

[0095] The target tooth 110 for dental treatment can be displayed in a user-selectable manner on the screen displaying the user interface 100. For example, the tooth identification number of the target tooth 110 can be displayed in the tooth numbering component 140 on the screen in a selectable manner. Furthermore, the target tooth 110 can be displayed in a three-dimensional image on the screen in a user-selectable manner. Therefore, the user can select an image of the target tooth 110 in the three-dimensional image, or select a work area 142 containing the tooth identification number of the target tooth 110 in the tooth numbering component 140.

[0096] A tooth identification label 120 may be displayed near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. The tooth identification label 120 may display the tooth identification number of the target tooth 110 as a number. In one embodiment, the tooth identification label 120 may be displayed at the upper right of the center point C of a three-dimensional frame BX surrounding the boundary of the target tooth 110. Furthermore, the tooth identification label 120 may be displayed at a fixed position at the upper right of the center point C of the three-dimensional frame BX, independent of the rotation angle and direction of the three-dimensional image. However, the position of the tooth identification label 120 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited to this, and the tooth identification label 120 may have various positional relationships with the center point C of the three-dimensional frame BX.

[0097] In one embodiment, the 3D frame BX may be a virtual frame that is not displayed on the screen. For example, the 3D frame BX may be a virtual frame generated by the controller 14 to define the area containing the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. However, the 3D frame BX displayed in the user interface 100 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited to this, and the 3D frame BX may be displayed on the screen so that the user can visually recognize it.

[0098] The boundary line 130 can be extracted from the patient's three-dimensional oral data by the controller 14 and displayed on the screen via the output unit 18. The boundary line 130 can be a boundary line indicating the edge portion of the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. For example, the boundary line 130 can be the boundary between the prepared tooth and the gingiva. In order to distinguish the boundary line 130 from the dental arch in a three-dimensional image of the three-dimensional oral data, the boundary line 130 can be displayed on the screen in a different color than the dental arch.

[0099] The tooth identification component 140 can display the tooth identification number of each tooth included in the patient's three-dimensional oral data. For example, the controller 14 can determine the tooth identification number of each tooth from the three-dimensional oral data and display the tooth identification number on the screen through the tooth identification component 140. In other words, the tooth identification component 140 can be an interface menu for conveniently providing the tooth identification numbers of the teeth included in the three-dimensional oral data.

[0100] The tooth identification component 140 can display the tooth identification number of the target tooth 110 requiring dental treatment in a user-selectable state. For example, the tooth identification component 140 can display the target tooth 110 on the screen in an selectable active state. Specifically, the tooth identification number of the target tooth 110 can be displayed in the tooth identification component 140 in a different color than other teeth that do not require treatment. Therefore, the user can identify the identification number of the target tooth 110 requiring dental treatment or select the work area 142 through the tooth identification component 140.

[0101] The batch generation button 150 can be a menu for generating prostheses corresponding to the target teeth 110 at once. For example, when there are multiple target teeth 110, the user can press the batch generation button 150 to generate prostheses corresponding to the target teeth 110 and display them on the screen. In another example, when there is only one target tooth 110, the batch generation button 150 can be used to generate and display the prosthesis corresponding to the single target tooth 110. Specifically, the controller 14 can automatically pre-generate data about the prosthesis types corresponding to the target teeth 110, and when the user selects the batch generation button 150, the controller 14 can send an output signal to the output unit 18, causing the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth 110 to be displayed on the screen in a state of being attached to the target tooth 110.

[0102] Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The view displays a first wheel-style menu near the target tooth in the dental procedure, as well as a first tool menu that provides items for generating the prosthesis.

[0103] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 8 When the first round menu 200S400 is displayed near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, it can be displayed near the target tooth 110 when the user selects it. In one embodiment, the user can directly select an image of the target tooth 110 displayed in a 3D image, causing the first round menu 200 to appear on the screen. In another embodiment, the user can select a working area 142 containing the tooth identifier of the active target tooth 110 in the tooth numbering component 140, causing the first round menu 200 to appear on the screen.

[0104] The first round menu 200 may include items for performing operations such as generating a prosthesis corresponding to the dental treatment target tooth 110 or removing data about the dental treatment target tooth 110. For example, when the user selects a prepared tooth as the dental treatment target tooth 110, the first round menu 200 may provide prosthesis generation and data removal items.

[0105] The prosthesis generation option can be used to generate a prosthesis corresponding to the selected dental treatment target tooth 110. Although the batch generation button (e.g., ...) is available... Figure 3The batch generation button 150 in the first round menu 200 performs the task of generating prostheses corresponding to all the target teeth 110 requiring dental treatment. However, the prosthesis generation item in the first round menu 200 can perform the task of generating only one prosthesis corresponding to a selected target tooth 110. Although the first round menu 200 is described as displaying two items, the number of items displayed in the first round menu 200 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited to this, and different numbers of items or one item may be displayed depending on the type of the selected target tooth 110.

[0106] The data removal item can be an item used to remove data set by the controller 14 for teeth included in the three-dimensional oral data that are classified as dental treatment target teeth 110. For example, when the user selects the data removal item, data about the prosthesis type corresponding to the dental treatment target tooth 110, data about the parameters used to generate the prosthesis, etc., can be removed, and the dental treatment target tooth 110 that has undergone the data removal operation can be deactivated to a state where it cannot be treated.

[0107] As described above, the first round menu 200 can be displayed near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. For example, the first round menu 200 can be displayed around the tooth number label 120. Specifically, when the selected target tooth 110 for dental treatment is a prepared tooth, the prosthesis generation and data removal items can be displayed on both sides of the tooth number label 120.

[0108] When displaying a first tool menu 300S500 providing items for generating prostheses, the first tool menu 300 can be displayed on the screen when the user selects the dental treatment target tooth 110. In one embodiment, the user can directly select an image of the dental treatment target tooth 110 displayed in a three-dimensional image, causing the first tool menu 300 to appear on the screen. In another embodiment, the user can select a work area 142 containing the tooth identifier of the active dental treatment target tooth 110 in the tooth numbering component 140, causing the first tool menu 300 to appear on the screen.

[0109] In one embodiment, when a user selects the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a first wheel menu 200 and a first tool menu 300 can be simultaneously displayed on the screen. In other words, the means for providing a user interface (e.g., Figure 2 The device 1) for providing a user interface can receive an operation signal from the user to select the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, and simultaneously executes to display a first wheel menu 200S400 near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment and a first tool menu 300S500 that provides items for generating a prosthesis.

[0110] Figure 9 and Figure 10 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The display provides a view of the first tool menu for generating prostheses.

[0111] Reference Figure 9 and Figure 10 When the first tool menu 300S500 is displayed, the first tool menu 300 may include a first item 3100, a second item 3200, a third item 3300, and a fourth item 3400. The first item 3100 may be an item for the tooth identification number and classification type of the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. For example, when the user selects the first item 3100, the user can modify each of the tooth identification number and classification type of the selected target tooth 110 for dental treatment. The classification type displayed in the first item 3100 can provide the user with classification data about the target tooth 110 for dental treatment before prosthesis production.

[0112] The classification type of the target tooth 110 for dental treatment shown in the first item 3100 may vary depending on the type of the target tooth 110. In one embodiment, the classification type shown in the first item 3100 may include crowns, implants, and bridges. In one embodiment, when the user selects a prepared tooth as the target tooth for dental treatment, the classification type corresponding to the target tooth 110 in the first item 3100 may be displayed as crown. However, the classification type shown in the first item 3100 is not limited to this, according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0113] The second item 3200 can be an item for the boundary line 130 of the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. For example, the second item 3200 can be an item for modifying the position, height, shape, etc. of the boundary line 130. Specifically, when the user directly selects the second item 3200, a boundary line editing menu 322 can be displayed on the screen, which displays items such as moving the boundary line 130, re-detecting the boundary line 130, removing the boundary line 130, and marking undercuts. In addition, when the user selects an image of the boundary line 130 in a 3D image, the boundary line editing menu 322 displayed on the screen can be shown. Therefore, the user can use the boundary line editing menu 322 to modify the data regarding the boundary line 130 of the selected target tooth 110 for dental treatment.

[0114] The third item 3300 can be the item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis corresponding to the dental treatment target tooth 110. When the user selects the third item 3300, the user can modify the data regarding the insertion path of the prosthesis to be combined with the selected dental treatment target tooth 110.

[0115] Item 3400 can be an item concerning the inner surface of the prosthesis. For example, item 3400 could be an item for modifying the treatment method of the inner surface of the prosthesis, for providing space for adhesive between the tooth and the prosthesis, for the minimum thickness of the prosthesis to prevent breakage, for the margin width, for the angle of inclination from the margin to the occlusal surface, etc. When the user selects item 3400, the user can modify data regarding the inner surface of the prosthesis to be combined with the selected dental treatment target tooth 110.

[0116] In one embodiment, when the dental treatment target tooth 110 selected by the user is a prepared tooth, each of the first item 3100, the second item 3200, the third item 3300, and the fourth item 3400 can be activated to be in a selectable state.

[0117] Figure 11 It is a diagram. Figure 1 The view of the prosthesis combined with the target tooth for dental treatment is generated based on the data set in the first round menu and the first tool menu.

[0118] Reference Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 11 When the user selects the "Prosthesis Generation" option in the first round menu 200 or selects the "Batch Generation" button 150, a prosthesis 160 can be generated based on the data set in the first round menu 200 and the first tool menu 300 to be combined with the target tooth 110 for dental treatment. Therefore, the target tooth 110 for dental treatment can be displayed in the user interface 100 in a state combined with the prosthesis 160. The prosthesis 160 may include crowns, inlays, high-mounted inlays, bridges, etc. The prosthesis 160 can be displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state.

[0119] Figure 12 It is used for explanation Figure 1 A second round menu for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis, along with a second tool menu that provides items for generating and modifying the prosthesis.

[0120] Reference Figure 12 When a second round menu 220S700 for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis 160, the second round menu 220 can be displayed near the prosthesis 160 when the user selects the prosthesis 160. In one embodiment, the user can directly select the image of the prosthesis 160 displayed in a 3D image, causing the second round menu 220 to appear on the screen. In another embodiment, the user can select, in the tooth numbering component 140, a dental treatment target tooth (e.g., combined with the activated prosthesis 160) that is included in the tooth numbering component 140. Figure 3 The working area 142 of the dental identification number of the target tooth 110 in the dental treatment process causes the second round menu 220 to be displayed on the screen.

[0121] The second-round menu 220 may include items for performing operations to remove data regarding the prosthesis 160 and the dental treatment target tooth coupled with the prosthesis 160. For example, when the user selects the prosthesis 160 as a single crown coupled with the prepared tooth, the second-round menu 220 may provide a data removal item. Specifically, the data removal item may be for removing data generated by a controller (e.g., Figure 2 The controller 14) contains data items for teeth classified as target teeth for dental treatment within the 3D oral data, as well as data items for prostheses 160 integrated with the target teeth for dental treatment. When the user selects the data removal option, data regarding the type of prosthesis 160 integrated with the target teeth for dental treatment, parameters used to generate the prosthesis 160, the shape of the prosthesis 160, etc., can be removed, and the prosthesis 160 that has undergone the data removal operation can be deactivated to a state where it cannot be treated.

[0122] As described above, the second-round menu 220 can be displayed on the screen near the prosthesis 160. For example, the second-round menu 220 can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 of the dental treatment target tooth associated with the prosthesis 160. Specifically, when the selected prosthesis 160 is a single crown, the data removal item can be displayed to the left of the tooth number label 120.

[0123] When a second tool menu 400S800 providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 160 is displayed, the second tool menu 400 can be displayed on the screen when the user selects the prosthesis 160. In one embodiment, the user can directly select an image of the prosthesis 160 displayed in a three-dimensional image, causing the second tool menu 400 to appear on the screen. In another embodiment, the user can select a work area 142 in the tooth numbering component 140 containing the tooth identification number of the dental treatment target tooth 110 associated with the activated prosthesis 160, causing the second tool menu 400 to appear on the screen.

[0124] In one embodiment, when the user selects the prosthesis 160, a second round menu 220 and a second tool menu 400 can be simultaneously displayed on the screen. In other words, the means for providing a user interface (e.g., Figure 2 The device 1 for providing a user interface can receive an operation signal from the user to select the prosthesis 160, and simultaneously execute a second round menu 220S700 for displaying data removal operations near the prosthesis 160 and a second tool menu 400S800 for displaying items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 160.

[0125] Figure 13 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The display provides an example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses. Figure 14 It is used for explanation Figure 1The display provides another example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0126] Reference Figure 12 , Figure 13 and Figure 14 When displaying a second tool menu 400S800 providing items for generating and modifying prosthesis 160, the second tool menu 400 may include a first item 4100, a second item 4200, a third item 4300, a fourth item 4400, a fifth item 4500, a sixth item 4600, a seventh item 4700, and an eighth item 4800. The first item 4100 may be an item for the tooth identification number of the target tooth for dental treatment combined with prosthesis 160 and the classification type of prosthesis 160. For example, when a user selects the first item 4100, the user can modify each of the tooth identification number and classification type of prosthesis 160. After the prosthesis is generated, classification type data for prosthesis 160 can be provided to the user through the classification type in the first item 4100.

[0127] The classification type displayed in the first item 4100 may vary depending on the type of prosthesis 160. In one embodiment, the classification type displayed in the first item 4100 may include crowns, inlays / onlays, implants, bridges, bridges, etc. In one embodiment, when the user selects a single crown, the classification type displayed in the first item 4100 may be crowns. Similarly, when the user selects an inlay or onlay, the classification type displayed in the first item 4100 may be inlays / onlays. However, the classification type displayed in the first item 4100 is not limited to this according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0128] Reference Figure 13 and Figure 14 The second, third, and fourth items described, 4200, 4300, and 4400, are consistent with the reference. Figure 9 and 10 The second, third, and fourth items 3200, 3300, and 3400 described are substantially the same or similar. For example, the second item 4200 could be an item for the margin 130 of the dental treatment target tooth that is coupled with the prosthesis 160. The third item 4300 could be an item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis 160 that is coupled with the dental treatment target tooth. The fourth item 4400 could be an item for the inner surface of the prosthesis 160. The user can select each of the second, third, and fourth items 4200, 4300, and 4400 to modify the data set for each of the second, third, and fourth items 4200, 4300, and 4400. As the data is modified, the coupling state, shape, etc. of the prosthesis 160 and the dental treatment target tooth displayed on the screen can change.

[0129] The fifth item 4500 can be an item for three-dimensional manipulation of the prosthesis 160. For example, when a user selects the fifth item 4500, the user can perform operations such as moving the prosthesis 160 in a specific direction, rotating the prosthesis 160 at a specific angle, or adjusting the proportions of the prosthesis 160. However, the operations performed by the fifth item 4500 according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to this.

[0130] The sixth item 4600 can be an item for modifying the shape of the prosthesis 160. For example, when a user selects the sixth item 4600, the user can perform operations such as modifying the shape of a specific part of the prosthesis 160 to be flat, raised, or recessed, or adjusting the texture to make the prosthesis 160 smooth. However, the operations performed by the sixth item 4600 according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to this.

[0131] The seventh item 4700 can be an item for adjusting the relationship between the prosthesis 160 and adjacent or opposing teeth. For example, when a user selects the seventh item 4700, the user can perform operations such as setting the distance between the prosthesis 160 and adjacent or opposing teeth, replicating the shape of adjacent or opposing teeth, or removing overlapping meshes on the occlusal surface of the prosthesis 160. However, the operations performed by the seventh item 4700 according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to this.

[0132] The eighth item 4800 can be an item used for bridging the prosthesis 160. For example, when a user selects the eighth item 4800, the user can perform operations such as modifying the shape or size of the bridge structure connection portion, or selecting a cross-sectional view of the connection portion. In one embodiment, the eighth item 4800 is activated to be selectable only when the selected prosthesis 160 is a bridge structure.

[0133] In one embodiment, when the user selects a single crown or inlay-high inlay, each of the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh items 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, 4500, 4600, and 4700 can be activated to be selectable. In one embodiment, when the user selects a single crown or inlay-high inlay, the eighth item 4800 can be deactivated to be unselectable.

[0134] As described above, in the method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, a first round menu 200 for generating or removing data of a prosthesis 160 near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a first tool menu 300 for providing items for generating a prosthesis 160 corresponding to the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a second round menu 220 for removing data near the prosthesis 160, and a second tool menu 400 for providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 160 can be displayed on the screen. Therefore, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed quickly and accurately using this method of providing a user interface for prosthesis manufacturing. In addition, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed faster by using the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400. Furthermore, since the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 provide a more intuitive and consistent user interface 100 for prosthesis manufacturing, the efficiency of the prosthesis manufacturing process can be improved.

[0135] In the device 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, the controller 14 can identify teeth contained in the patient's three-dimensional oral cavity data, automatically determine the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth, and automatically generate a prosthesis 160 that is combined with the target tooth 110 for dental treatment based on data set in the first wheel menu 200 and the first tool menu 300. The output unit 18 can receive output signals from the controller 14 and display the first wheel menu 200, the second wheel menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 on the screen. Therefore, a user interface 100 and device capable of performing the prosthesis manufacturing process more efficiently can be provided.

[0136] Figure 15 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 16 It is a diagram. Figure 15 The flowchart shows the first round menu displayed near the scanned body or artificial base model. Figure 17 It is a display Figure 15 The flowchart shows the first tool menu that provides items for generating prostheses for scanning bodies or artificial abutment models. Figure 18 It is used for explanation Figure 16 The view displays library selections and data removal items near the scanned object. Figure 19 It is used for explanation Figure 16 The view displays library selections, data removal options, and prosthesis generation options near the artificial base model. Figure 20 It is used for explanation Figure 17 The view of the first tool menu is displayed for the scanned body. Figure 21This is the view used to interpret the first tool menu displayed for the artificial base model. Figure 22 It is used for explanation Figure 15 A second-round menu is displayed near the prosthesis for data removal operations and library selection. Figure 23 It is used for explanation Figure 15 The second tool menu provides a view for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0137] Reference Figure 15 , Figure 16 , Figure 17 , Figure 18 , Figure 19 , Figure 20 , Figure 21 , Figure 22 and Figure 23 The described user interface provides a method, in conjunction with the reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 and Figure 14 The user interface described is provided in a substantially the same or similar manner, except that a first round menu 200S400A is displayed near the scan body 112 or artificial base model 114, a first tool menu 300S500A is displayed with items for generating a prosthesis 162 for the scan body 112 or artificial base model 114, a second round menu 220S700A is displayed near the prosthesis 162 for data removal operations and library selection, and a second tool menu 400S800A is displayed with items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 162.

[0138] Reference Figure 15 , Figure 16 , Figure 17 , Figure 18 , Figure 19 , Figure 20 , Figure 21 , Figure 22 and Figure 23A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to another embodiment of the present invention, may include: identifying teeth from a patient's three-dimensional oral data and determining the prosthesis type S100; generating the boundary line of the target tooth for dental treatment S200; displaying the target tooth for dental treatment on a screen in a user-selectable state S300; displaying a first wheel menu 200 S400A near the scan body 112 or artificial abutment model 114; displaying a first tool menu 300 S500A providing items for generating a prosthesis 162 for the scan body 112 or artificial abutment model 114; generating a prosthesis to be combined with the target tooth for dental treatment based on data set in the first wheel menu and the first tool menu S600; displaying a second wheel menu 220 S700A near the prosthesis 162 for data removal operations and library selection; and displaying a second tool menu 400 S800A providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 162.

[0139] Displaying a first round menu 200S400A near the scan body 112 or the artificial base model 114 may include: displaying library selection items and data removal items near the scan body S420A; generating an artificial base model based on the values ​​in the library selection items; and displaying library selection items, data removal items, and prosthesis generation items near the artificial base model, respectively.

[0140] The first tool menu 300S500A, which displays items for generating a prosthesis 162 for the scan body 112 or the artificial abutment model 114, may include: displaying the first tool menu S520A for the scan body and displaying the first tool menu S540A for the artificial abutment model.

[0141] When the dental treatment target tooth S300 is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state, the controller (e.g., Figure 2 The controller 14) can extract the scanned body 112 to be implanted in the oral cavity for implant treatment from the patient's three-dimensional oral data, and the output unit (e.g., Figure 2 The output unit 18) can display the scanned body 112 on the screen.

[0142] When the library selection and data removal options S420A are displayed near the scanned object, the user can directly select an image of the scanned object 112 or select a tooth number label 120 indicating the tooth identification number of the scanned object 112. When the user selects an image of the scanned object 112 or a tooth number label 120, the library selection and data removal options can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 of the selected scanned object 112. In other words, when the user selects the scanned object 112, the first rotary menu 200 displayed near the scanned object 112 provides library selection and data removal options.

[0143] Users can use the library selection option to directly set the artificial abutment model 114 to replace the scan body 112. For example, when a user selects the library selection option, the user can select the company, product type, material, etc. of the artificial abutment model 114. Users can use the data removal option to delete the data set for the scan body 112 by the controller during the extraction of the scan body 112 from the 3D oral data. However, the operations performed using the library selection option and the data removal option according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to these.

[0144] When the user inputs all the values ​​required to generate the artificial abutment model 114 using the library selection options, the artificial abutment model 114S440A can be generated based on the values ​​input in the library selection options. While generating the artificial abutment model 114S440A based on the values ​​input in the library selection options, a process can be performed to align the artificial abutment model 114 to accurately place it in the three-dimensional oral cavity data. After the artificial abutment model 114 is generated on the screen, the library selection options, data removal options, and prosthesis generation options S460A can be displayed near the artificial abutment model 114, respectively.

[0145] When the library selection, data removal, and prosthesis generation options S460A are displayed near the artificial abutment model 114, the user can directly select an image of the artificial abutment model 114 or select a tooth number label 120 indicating the tooth identification number of the artificial abutment model 114. When the user selects an image of the generated abutment model 114 or a tooth number label 120, the library selection, data removal, and prosthesis generation options can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 of the selected abutment model 114. In other words, when the user selects the artificial abutment model 114, the first wheel menu 200 displayed near the artificial abutment model 114 provides library selection, data removal, and prosthesis generation options.

[0146] When the library selection, data removal, and prosthesis generation items S460A are displayed near the artificial abutment model 114, the operations performed by each of the library selection and data removal items are essentially the same as those performed when the library selection and data removal items S420A are displayed near the scan body 112. The user can use the prosthesis generation item to perform the operation of generating the dental implant crown to be integrated with the artificial abutment model 114.

[0147] Reference Figure 20 and Figure 21 , refer to Figure 20 and Figure 21 The first tool menu 300 is described and referenced. Figure 9 and Figure 10The first tool menu 300 described is essentially the same or similar, differing only in the activated item, the dental treatment target tooth classification type displayed in the first item 3100, and the dental treatment target tooth identification number displayed in the first item 3100. Hereinafter, details will be omitted or simplified in relation to the reference. Figure 9 and Figure 10 The repeated parts of the description.

[0148] When displaying the first tool menu 300S520A for the scan body 112, the first tool menu 300 can display a first item 3100, a second item 3200, a third item 3300, and a fourth item 3400. When the user selects the scan body 112, the classification type of the target tooth for dental treatment can be displayed as implant in the first item 3100. The second item 3200 can be used for the boundary line (e.g., Figure 3 The third item 3300 may be an item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis 162 to be combined with the abutment model 114, and the fourth item 3400 may be an item for the inner surface of the prosthesis 162.

[0149] In one embodiment, when the user selects the scan body 112, the first item 3100 and the fourth item 3400 in the first tool menu 300 can be activated as selectable items. In another embodiment, when the user selects the scan body 112, the second item 3200 and the third item 3300 in the first tool menu 300 can be deactivated as unselectable items. In other words, when the first tool menu 300S520A is displayed for the scan body 112, the user can use the first tool menu 300 to modify data related to the tooth identification number and classification type according to the first item 3100, or to modify data related to the inner surface of the prosthesis 162 (e.g., dental implant crown) according to the fourth item 3400.

[0150] In one embodiment, displaying library selections and data removal items near the scanner 112 (S420A) and displaying a first tool menu (S502A) for the scanner 112 can be performed simultaneously. In other words, when the user selects the scanner 112, a first wheel menu (200) and a first tool menu (300) for the scanner 112 can be displayed on the screen simultaneously.

[0151] When the first tool menu 300S540A is displayed for abutment model 114, the first tool menu 300 may display a first item 3100, a second item 3200, a third item 3300, and a fourth item 3400. When the user selects abutment model 114, the classification type of the target tooth for dental treatment may be displayed as implant in the first item 3100. In one embodiment, when the user selects abutment model 114, the first to fourth items 3100, 3200, 3300, and 3400 in the first tool menu 300 may all be activated and made selectable. In other words, when the first tool menu 300S540A is displayed for the abutment model 114, the user can use the first tool menu 300 to modify data related to the tooth identification number and classification type according to the first item 3100, modify data related to the boundary line according to the second item 3200, modify data related to the insertion direction of the prosthesis 162 according to the third item 3300, or modify data related to the inner surface of the prosthesis 162 according to the fourth item 3400.

[0152] In one embodiment, displaying library selection items, data removal items, and prosthesis generation items S460A near the base model 114, and displaying a first tool menu 300 540A for the base model 114 can be performed simultaneously. In other words, when the user selects the base model 114, a first wheel menu 200 and a first tool menu 300 for the base model 114 can be displayed on the screen simultaneously.

[0153] When the second round menu 220S700A for data removal and library selection is displayed near the prosthesis 162, library selection and data removal options can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 when the user selects the prosthesis 162. In other words, when the user selects a dental implant crown as the prosthesis 162, the second round menu 220 displayed near the prosthesis 162 can provide library selection and data removal options.

[0154] Reference Figure 23 The second tool menu 400 described and referenced Figure 13 and Figure 14 The second tool menu 400 described is essentially the same or similar, differing only in the activated items, the prosthesis 162 classification type displayed in the first item 4100, and the dental treatment target tooth identification number displayed in the first item 4100. Hereinafter, details will be omitted or simplified in relation to the reference. Figure 13 and Figure 14 The repeated parts of the description.

[0155] When the second tool menu 400 800A, which provides items for generating and modifying prosthesis 162, is displayed, if the user selects prosthesis 162 as a dental implant crown, the classification type of prosthesis 162 can be displayed as implant in the first item 4100. In one embodiment, when the user selects prosthesis 162 as a dental implant crown, each of the first to seventh items 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, 4500, 4600, and 4700 can be activated as selectable. In one embodiment, when the user selects prosthesis 162 as a dental implant crown, the eighth item 4800 can be deactivated as unselectable.

[0156] As described above, in the method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, a first round menu 200 for generating or removing data of a prosthesis 162 near the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a first tool menu 300 for providing items for generating a prosthesis 162 corresponding to the target tooth 110 for dental treatment, a second round menu 220 for removing data near the prosthesis 162, and a second tool menu 400 for providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 162 can be displayed on the screen. Therefore, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed quickly and accurately using this method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses. In addition, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed more efficiently by using the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400. Furthermore, since the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 provide a more intuitive and consistent user interface 100 for prosthesis manufacturing, the efficiency of the prosthesis manufacturing process can be improved. In addition, the first round menu 200 and the second round menu 220 provide library options for selecting the base model 114, thereby making it easy to provide a planting library based on user preferences.

[0157] In the apparatus 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, the controller 14 identifies teeth contained in the patient's three-dimensional oral data, automatically determines the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth, and automatically generates a prosthesis 162 to be combined with the target tooth 110 for dental treatment based on data set in the first wheel menu 200 and the first tool menu 300. The output unit 18 receives output signals from the controller 14 and can display the first wheel menu 200, the second wheel menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 on the screen. Therefore, a more efficient user interface 100 for the prosthesis manufacturing process and an apparatus for implementing such an interface can be provided.

[0158] Figure 24 This is a flowchart of a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 25 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The view of the target tooth for dental treatment is displayed on the screen in states that can be selected by the user in groups or individually. Figure 26 and 27 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The first wheel menu view is displayed near the target tooth for dental treatment, selected by group or individually. Figure 28 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The display provides a view of the first tool menu for generating prostheses. Figure 29 It is used for explanation Figure 24 A second-round menu for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis. Figure 30 It is used for explanation Figure 24 The second tool menu provides an example view of items for generating and modifying prostheses. Figure 31 It is used for explanation Figure 24 This provides another example view of the second tool menu for generating and modifying prostheses. Figure 32 It is used for explanation Figure 24 This is yet another example view of the second tool menu that provides items for generating and modifying prostheses.

[0159] Reference Figure 24 , Figure 25 , Figure 26 , Figure 27 , Figure 28 , Figure 29 , Figure 30 , Figure 31 and Figure 32 The described user interface provides a method, in conjunction with the reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 and Figure 14The user interface described is provided in a basically the same or similar manner, differing only in that it identifies tooth data from the patient's three-dimensional oral data, determines whether a bridging structure is connected, and determines the prosthesis type S100B; displays the target tooth for dental treatment on the screen in a state where the user can select it in groups or individually S300B; displays a first round menu 200S400B near the target tooth for dental treatment selected in groups or individually; displays a first tool menu 300S500B providing items for generating prosthesis 164; displays a second round menu 220S700B near prosthesis 164 for data removal operations; and displays a second tool menu 400S800B providing items for generating and modifying prosthesis 164. Hereinafter, details will be omitted or simplified compared to references. Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 and Figure 14 The user interface described provides content that is repeated in the method description.

[0160] Reference Figure 24 , Figure 25 , Figure 26 , Figure 27 , Figure 28 , Figure 29 , Figure 30 , Figure 31 and Figure 32 A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, according to another embodiment of the present invention, may include: identifying tooth data from a patient's three-dimensional oral data, determining whether a bridging structure is connected, and determining the prosthesis type S100B; generating the boundary line of the target tooth for dental treatment S200; displaying the target tooth for dental treatment on a screen in a state where the user can select it in groups or individually S300B; displaying a first wheel menu 200S400B near the target tooth for dental treatment selected in groups or individually; displaying a first tool menu 300S500B providing items for generating a prosthesis 164; generating a prosthesis 164 to be combined with the target tooth for dental treatment based on data set in the first wheel menu and the first tool menu S600; displaying a second wheel menu 220S700B near the prosthesis 164 for data removal operations; and displaying a second tool menu 400S800B providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 164.

[0161] In one embodiment, when identifying tooth data from the patient's three-dimensional oral data, determining whether a bridge structure is connected, and determining the prosthesis type S100B, the controller (e.g., Figure 2 The controller 14) can determine whether there is a bridge structure connecting adjacent teeth. For example, if teeth that require dental treatment are arranged adjacent to each other, the controller can automatically determine whether to generate a bridge structure connecting these teeth.

[0162] When the dental treatment target tooth S300B is displayed on the screen in a state where the user can select it in groups or individually, the tooth number labels 120 of each adjacent dental treatment target tooth can be displayed on the screen.

[0163] When the dental treatment target tooth S300B is displayed on the screen in a state where the user can select it in groups or individually, if the dental treatment target tooth is an adjacent tooth connected by a bridge structure, a group selection area 144 can be displayed within the tooth numbering component 140. Specifically, when the controller determines that a bridge structure needs to be combined with two prepared teeth 116 and a missing tooth 118 located near the prepared teeth 116, the group area 144, which allows simultaneous selection of the two prepared teeth 116 and the missing tooth 118, can be activated in the dental component 140. The user can perform group selection of the teeth corresponding to the bridge structure by selecting the group area 144.

[0164] The user can select a single region 146 of a tooth identifier within group region 144, or select a tooth corresponding to a bridge structure. Therefore, the user can perform a single selection of a tooth corresponding to a bridge structure.

[0165] When the dental treatment target tooth S300B is displayed on the screen in a state where the user can select it in groups or individually, the link button 170 can be activated between adjacent target teeth. The user can perform a bridging connection operation or a bridging disconnect operation between the target teeth by selecting the link button 170.

[0166] When the first round menu 200S400B is displayed near the target teeth for dental treatment selected in groups or individually, data removal and prosthesis generation items can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 when the user performs a group selection of target teeth corresponding to the bridge structure. In other words, the first round menu 200 can display data removal and prosthesis generation items separately near the target teeth for dental treatment selected in groups.

[0167] When the first round menu 200S400B is displayed near the target teeth for dental treatment, either in groups or individually, when the user selects a single tooth from the target teeth corresponding to the bridge structure, data removal and prosthesis generation options can be displayed around the tooth number label 120 of the selected tooth. In other words, the first round menu 200 can display data removal and prosthesis generation options separately near the individually selected teeth.

[0168] Reference Figure 28 The first tool menu 300 is described and referenced. Figure 9 and 10 The first tool menu 300 described is basically the same or similar, differing only in the activated item, the target tooth classification type displayed in the first item 3100, and the target tooth identification number displayed in the first item 3100. Hereinafter, details will be omitted or simplified in relation to the reference. Figure 9 and 10 The repeated parts of the description.

[0169] When displaying the first tool menu 300S500B, which provides items for generating the prosthesis 164, the first tool menu 300 may display a first item 3100, a second item 3200, a third item 3300, and a fourth item 3400. In one embodiment, when the user selects only the missing tooth 118 in the target tooth corresponding to the bridge structure, the classification type of the missing tooth 118 may be displayed as a bridge body in the first item 3100. In one embodiment, when the user selects only the prepared tooth in the target tooth corresponding to the bridge structure, the classification type of the prepared tooth may be displayed as a crown in the first item 3100. In one embodiment, when the user selects only the artificial abutment model for implantation (e.g., in the target tooth corresponding to the bridge structure)... Figure 19 When using the artificial abutment model 114, the classification type of the missing tooth 118 can be shown as an implant in the first item 3100. The second item 3200 can be used for the boundary line (e.g., Figure 3 The third item 3300 may be an item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis to be combined with the target tooth, and the fourth item 3400 may be an item for the inner surface of the prosthesis 164.

[0170] In one embodiment, when the target tooth selected alone is the missing tooth 118, the first item 3100 can be activated to be in a selectable state, and each of the second, third, and fourth items 3200, 3300, and 3400 can be deactivated to be in a non-selectable state. In one embodiment, when the target tooth selected alone is a prepared tooth or an abutment model (e.g., Figure 19 In the base model 114, each of the first, second, third and fourth items 3100, 3200, 3300 and 3400 can be activated to be in an selectable state.

[0171] In one embodiment, the display of a first wheel menu 200S400B near the target teeth for dental treatment selected in groups or individually, and the display of a first tool menu 300S500B164 providing items for generating the prosthesis 164, can be performed simultaneously. In other words, when the user selects one of the target teeth corresponding to the bridge structure individually, the first wheel menu 200 and the first tool menu 300 for the selected tooth can be displayed simultaneously. However, the display process of the first wheel menu 200 and the first tool menu 300 according to embodiments of the present invention is not limited to this, and can also be performed simultaneously when target teeth corresponding to the bridge structure are selected in groups.

[0172] When the second round menu 220S700B for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis 164, the bridge structure can be displayed on the screen in a state of engagement with the target tooth. In one embodiment, the bridge structure can be selected individually or in groups by the user. When the user selects a bridge structure in groups, data removal items can be displayed near the bridge structure. In other words, the second round menu 220 displayed near the prosthesis 164 selected in groups can provide data removal items.

[0173] Reference Figure 30 , Figure 31 and Figure 32 The second tool menu 400 described and referenced Figure 13 and Figure 14 The second tool menu 400 described is essentially the same or similar, differing only in the activated item, the prosthesis 164 classification type displayed in the first item 4100, and the target tooth identification number displayed in the first item 4100. Hereinafter, details will be omitted or simplified in relation to the reference. Figure 13 and Figure 14 The repeated parts of the description.

[0174] When the second tool menu 400S800B, which provides items for generating and modifying prosthesis 164, is displayed, when the user selects a bridge structure by group, the classification type of prosthesis 164 can be displayed as a bridge in the first item 4100, and the tooth identification number of prosthesis 164 can be displayed as the tooth identification number of the tooth associated with the bridge. In one embodiment, when the user selects prosthesis 164 as a bridge structure selected by group, each of the first item 4100, the third item 4300, the fifth item 4500, the sixth item 4600, the seventh item 4700, and the eighth item 4800 can be activated as selectable. In one embodiment, when the user selects prosthesis 164 as a bridge structure, each of the second item 4200 and the fourth item 4400 can be deactivated as unselectable.

[0175] When the second tool menu 400S800B, which provides items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 164, is displayed, the classification type of the prosthesis 164 can be displayed as crown in the first item 4100 when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the prepared tooth. In one embodiment, each of the first item 4100, the second item 4200, the fourth item 4400, the fifth item 4500, the sixth item 4600, and the seventh item 4700 can be activated as selectable when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the prepared tooth. In another embodiment, each of the third item 4300 and the eighth item 4800 can be activated as selectable when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the prepared tooth.

[0176] When the second tool menu 400S800B, which provides items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 164, is displayed, the classification type of the prosthesis 164 can be displayed as "bridge" in the first item 4100 when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the missing tooth. In one embodiment, each of the first item 4100, the fifth item 4500, the sixth item 4600, and the seventh item 4700 can be activated as selectable when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the prepared tooth. In one embodiment, the second item 4200, the third item 4300, the fourth item 4400, and the eighth item 4800 can be activated as selectable when the user selects only the portion of the bridge structure that integrates with the prepared tooth.

[0177] When the second tool menu 400S800B, which provides items for generating and modifying the prosthesis 164, is displayed, the classification type of the prosthesis 164 can be displayed as implant in the first item 4100 when the user selects the portion of the bridge structure used for implantation of the abutment model combination. In one embodiment, when the user selects the portion of the bridge structure used for implantation of the abutment model combination, each of the first item 4100, the second item 4200, the fourth item 4400, the fifth item 4500, the sixth item 4600, and the seventh item 4700 can be activated as selectable. In one embodiment, when the user selects the portion of the bridge structure used for implantation of the abutment model combination, each of the third item 4300 and the eighth item 4800 can be activated as selectable.

[0178] As described above, in the method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, a first round menu 200 for generating or removing data of prosthesis 164 near the target tooth 110, a first tool menu 300 for providing items for generating prosthesis 164 corresponding to the target tooth 110, a second round menu 220 for removing data near the prosthesis 164, and a second tool menu 400 for providing items for generating and modifying prosthesis 164 can be displayed on the screen. Therefore, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be performed quickly and accurately using this method for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses. In addition, the prosthesis manufacturing process can be further accelerated by using the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400. Furthermore, since the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 provide a more intuitive and consistent user interface 100 for prosthesis manufacturing, the efficiency of the prosthesis manufacturing process can be improved. In addition, since individual or group selection of bridge structures can be achieved within the user interface 100, the time required for bridge structure manufacturing can be reduced and the efficiency of the manufacturing process can be improved.

[0179] In the apparatus 1 for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses according to an embodiment of the present invention, the controller 14 can identify teeth included in the patient's three-dimensional oral data, automatically determine the prosthesis type corresponding to each tooth, and automatically generate a prosthesis 162 to be combined with the target tooth 110 based on data set in the first round menu 200 and the first tool menu 300. The output unit 18 can receive output signals from the controller 14 and display the first round menu 200, the second round menu 220, the first tool menu 300, and the second tool menu 400 on the screen. Therefore, a user interface 100 and an apparatus for implementing the prosthesis manufacturing process can be provided that enable a more efficient prosthesis manufacturing process.

[0180] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a computer-readable medium is provided having a program recorded thereon for performing on a computer a method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis according to the above embodiments. The above methods can be written as programs executable on a computer and can be implemented on a general-purpose digital computer executing the program using a computer-readable medium. Furthermore, the data structures used in the above methods can be recorded on the computer-readable medium in various ways. The computer-readable medium can include program commands, data files, data structures, etc., individually or in combination. The program commands recorded on the medium can be specifically designed and configured for the present invention, or can be known and available to those skilled in the art of computer software. Examples of computer-readable recording media include magnetic media such as hard disks, floppy disks, and magnetic tapes; optical recording media such as CD-ROMs and DVDs; optical-magnetic media such as optical-magnetic floppy disks; and hardware devices specifically configured to store and execute program commands, such as ROMs, RAMs, and flash memory. Examples of program instructions include not only machine language code generated by a compiler but also high-level language code executable by a computer using an interpreter, etc. The above-described hardware devices can be configured to operate as one or more software modules to perform the operations of the present invention.

[0181] The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing prostheses, and a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing a program for performing the method, which can reduce the effort and time required for prosthesis manufacturing and can improve the accuracy and productivity of prostheses.

[0182] Although the invention has been described above with reference to exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept, those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and changes can be made to the inventive concept without departing from the spirit and scope of the inventive concept as defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A method for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, the method comprising: Identify teeth from the patient's three-dimensional oral data; The target tooth from which the prosthesis needs to be made is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state. Displays a first round menu for generating the prosthesis for the target tooth or performing data removal operations; as well as A first tool menu is displayed on the screen, which provides items for generating the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein displaying the target tooth on the screen in the user-selectable state comprises: The tooth identification number of the target tooth is displayed in a selectable state in a tooth identification component that includes the tooth identification number of each of the teeth; A three-dimensional image of the three-dimensional oral cavity data is displayed on the screen in a rotatable state. as well as A tooth number label is displayed near the target tooth in the 3D image, indicating the tooth identification number for the target tooth.

3. The method of claim 2, wherein when the tooth number label is displayed near the target tooth, the tooth number label is displayed to the upper right of the center point of a three-dimensional frame surrounding the boundary of the target tooth.

4. The method of claim 2, wherein when the first wheel menu is displayed on the screen, the prosthesis generation item and the data removal item are displayed near the tooth number label.

5. The method of claim 2, wherein when selecting the tooth number label or the target tooth in the three-dimensional image, both the first wheel menu and the first tool menu are displayed on the screen.

6. The method of claim 1, wherein when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the target tooth, the first tool menu displays a first item for the tooth identification number and classification type of the target tooth, a second item for the boundary line of the target tooth, a third item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis, and a fourth item for the inner surface of the prosthesis.

7. The method of claim 6, wherein when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects tooth preparation, the classification type in the first item is displayed as crown, and the first item, the second item, the third item, and the fourth item are in a selectable active state.

8. The method of claim 6, wherein displaying the first wheel menu on the screen comprises: Display library selections and data removal options near the scanned area; The artificial sill model is generated based on the values ​​entered in the library options. as well as The library selection, data removal, and prosthesis generation options are displayed near the artificial abutment model.

9. The method of claim 8, wherein when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the scanned body, the classification type is displayed as implant in the first item, and the first item and the fourth item are in an active selectable state, while the second item and the third item are in an inactive, unselectable state.

10. The method of claim 8, wherein when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects the artificial abutment model, the classification type corresponding to the target tooth is displayed as implant in the first item, and the first item, the second item, the third item and the fourth item are in a selectable active state.

11. The method of claim 6, further comprising: Determine the type of prosthesis corresponding to each of the teeth. When the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth is a bridge structure, when determining the type of prosthesis corresponding to each of the teeth, it is determined whether there is a bridge structure connecting adjacent teeth in the teeth, and when the target tooth is displayed on the screen in the user-selectable state, the target tooth is displayed in a state that can be selected by group or in a state that can be selected individually.

12. The method of claim 11, wherein when the first tool menu is displayed on the screen, when the user selects a missing tooth associated with the bridge structure, the classification type is displayed as bridge in the first item, the first item is in a selectable active state, and the second item, the third item and the fourth item are in an unselectable inactive state.

13. The method of claim 1, further comprising: The prosthesis is generated based on the data set in the first wheel menu and the first tool menu to be combined with the target tooth; A second round menu for data removal operations is displayed near the prosthesis; as well as A second tool menu is displayed, providing items for generating and modifying the prosthesis.

14. The method of claim 13, wherein during the generation of the prosthesis, A tooth identification label for the target tooth that is attached to the prosthesis is displayed near the prosthesis.

15. The method of claim 14, wherein when the user selects one of a crown, inlay, high inlay, and bridge structure while the second wheel menu is displayed, a data removal item is displayed near the tooth number label.

16. The method of claim 14, wherein when the second wheel menu is displayed, when the user selects a crown for the implant, the data removal item and the library selection item are displayed near the tooth number label.

17. The method of claim 13, wherein when the user selects the prosthesis while the second tool menu is displayed, the second tool menu displays a first item for the tooth identification number of the target tooth to be coupled with the prosthesis and the classification type of the prosthesis, a second item for the boundary line of the target tooth, a third item for the insertion direction of the prosthesis, a fourth item for the inner surface of the prosthesis, a fifth item for three-dimensional manipulation of the prosthesis, a sixth item for modifying the shape of the prosthesis, a seventh item for adjustment between the prosthesis and the adjacent or opposing teeth of the prosthesis, and an eighth item for bridging the prosthesis.

18. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects a bridge structure, the category type is displayed as bridge in the first item, the first item, the third item, the fifth item, the sixth item, the seventh item and the eighth item are in an active selectable state, and the second item and the fourth item are in an inactive, unselectable state.

19. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the portion of the bridge structure combined with the prepared tooth is selected individually, the classification type is displayed as crown in the first item, the first item, the second item, the fourth item, the fifth item, the sixth item, and the seventh item are in an active selectable state, and the third item and the eighth item are in an inactive, unselectable state.

20. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the portion of the bridge structure associated with the missing tooth is selected individually, the classification type is displayed as bridge body in the first item, the first item, the fifth item, the sixth item and the seventh item are in an active selectable state, and the second item, the third item, the fourth item and the eighth item are in an inactive, unselectable state.

21. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects single crown, the classification type is displayed as crown in the first item, the first item, the second item, the third item, the fourth item, the fifth item, the sixth item and the seventh item are in an active selectable state, and the eighth item is in an inactive, unselectable state.

22. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects a crown for an implant, the classification type is displayed as the implant in the first item, the first item, the second item, the third item, the fourth item, the fifth item, the sixth item, and the seventh item are in an active selectable state, and the eighth item is in an inactive, unselectable state.

23. The method of claim 17, wherein when the second tool menu is displayed, when the user selects inlay or high inlay, the category type is displayed as inlay-high inlay, the first item, the second item, the third item, the fourth item, the fifth item, the sixth item and the seventh item are in a selectable active state, and the eighth item is in a non-selectable inactive state.

24. An apparatus for providing a user interface for manufacturing a prosthesis, the apparatus comprising: An input unit configured to receive user operation signals; A controller configured to identify teeth contained in a patient’s three-dimensional oral data and, based on the operation signal received from the input unit, extract items for generating and modifying a prosthesis corresponding to the dental treatment target tooth in the teeth; as well as The output unit is configured to receive output signals from the controller and display a three-dimensional image of the three-dimensional oral data, a wheel menu displayed near the target tooth, and a tool menu providing items for generating or modifying the prosthesis.

25. The apparatus of claim 24, wherein the wheel menu comprises: A first-round menu is configured to be displayed near the target tooth; as well as A second-round menu is configured to be displayed near the prosthesis that is attached to the target tooth.

26. The apparatus of claim 25, wherein the first wheel menu is displayed prior to the fabrication of the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth, and The second wheel menu is displayed after the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth is generated.

27. The apparatus of claim 24, wherein the tool menu includes: A first tool menu is configured to provide a first, second, third, and fourth item for generating the prosthesis; as well as A second tool menu is configured to provide the first, second, third, and fourth items for generating the prosthesis, and to provide the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth items for modifying the prosthesis.

28. The apparatus of claim 27, wherein the first provision provides modification of the tooth identification number of the target tooth and the classification type of the target tooth or the prosthesis. The second item provides a modification to the boundary line of the target tooth. The third item provides a modification to the insertion direction of the prosthesis. The fourth item provides a modification to the inner surface of the prosthesis. The fifth item provides three-dimensional manipulation of the prosthesis. The sixth item provides for modification of the shape of the prosthesis. The seventh item provides modifications for adjusting the prosthesis to adjacent or opposing teeth, and The eighth item provides a modification for the bridge connection of the prosthesis.

29. The apparatus of claim 24, wherein the output is configured to display a batch generation button for performing an operation to generate the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth in one go.

30. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having program instructions stored thereon, the program instructions being executable by at least one hardware processor to: Identify teeth from the patient's three-dimensional oral data; The target tooth from which the prosthesis needs to be made is displayed on the screen in a user-selectable state. Displays a first round menu for generating the prosthesis for the target tooth or performing data removal operations; as well as A first tool menu is displayed on the screen, which provides items for generating the prosthesis corresponding to the target tooth.

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