An image-guided system based on custom templates: case reports.

BACKGROUND

With the use of computer-assisted surgery and other modern imaging technologies, the surgeon's procedures have been modified.

PURPOSE: The purpose of these case reports is to show the clinical predictability of dental implant placement using an image-guided system.

MATERIAL AND

METHODS

An acrylic template is made on the patient model. After computed tomographic examination, a treatment plan is established with appropriate software. To fabricate the surgical template, it is necessary to use a dedicated drilling machine. The first osteotomy is achieved through the template with a 2 mm twist drill. The template is then removed, and the osteotomy is completed, followed by implant placement with standard clinical procedures.

RESULTS

An excellent predictability was observed between the planned implants and those placed in the two maxillary cases presented: a full upper screw-retained bridge and two single units.

CONCLUSIONS

This new technology improves the treatment outcome and optimizes the surgical procedure.