Guided implantology offers a new method of performing surgical operations based on planning.
Software applications process DICOM images from the cone beam, giving a 3D rendering in which the implant can be inserted virtually. The production of a surgical guide makes it possible to transfer project information for the operation, which thanks to the engineering of the Sweden & Martina EchoPlan kit becomes easier to perform for the implantologist, with greater comfort for the patient and greater insertion precision. Guided implantology is the door that gives access to new methods for planning implantology and prostheses. Digital techniques reduce time and costs, and increases predictability and the coherence between theory and practice.
Case discussion: the operation was carried out by cutting a small flap, requiring only a single application of anaesthetic, and was completed very quickly thanks to the use of a Safe surgical guide (Materialise) and EchoPlan surgical kit (Sweden & Martina). A downsizing technique was used for the implant site, due to poor bone density (3/4 ratio). An assessment analysis between the virtual project and actual execution showed a substantial superimposition and level of precision of the guided implantology system used.
