The invention relates to a computer readable medium that includes one or
more programs for carrying out a method for restoration of a patient's
tooth. The method includes the steps of generating an electronic image of
a patient's tooth; providing a preliminary treatment plan for addressing
the dental needs of the patient; and forwarding the electronic image and
preliminary treatment plan to a dental laboratory so that technician can
evaluate the image and treatment plan and in a manner such that the
technician and dentist can review and discuss the preliminary treatment
plan.