Six randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in the analysis. The meta-analysis utilized a standardized mean difference (MD) and revealed a significant reduction in time for the digital scan group compared to the conventional group (MD 10.01 [7.46, 12.55], P<.001, I²=80%). However, the use of digital scans did not result in significant differences in radiographic marginal bone loss compared to conventional impressions at 6 months (MD −0.03 [−0.14, 0.08], P=.58, I²=0%), 12 months (MD