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The Complete Digital Workflow in Implant Dentistry
Markus B Blatz1, Christian Coachman2
1Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chair, Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences, and Assistant Dean, Digital Innovation and Professional Development, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|July 14, 2023
Summary
Digital dentistry tools streamline implant procedures, enhancing collaboration and precision. Guided, navigated, and robotic surgery offer predictable implant placement tailored to patient anatomy.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Surgical Technology
- Digital Health
Background:
- Traditional implant dentistry often involved freehanded placement, leading to variability.
- Lack of seamless collaboration between restorative dentists, surgeons, and labs could impede treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the advancements in digital dentistry for implant procedures.
- To emphasize the benefits of digital workflows in enhancing precision and collaboration.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing current diagnostic and treatment planning tools.
- Implementing a complete digital workflow from initial assessment to final restoration.
- Employing guided, navigated, and robotic surgical systems.
Main Results:
- Digital workflows eliminate guesswork in implant dentistry.
- Asynchronous collaboration is facilitated among all specialists.
- Robotic surgery offers unprecedented precision and predictability in implant placement.
Conclusions:
- Digital tools and advanced surgical technologies revolutionize implant dentistry.
- Patient-specific treatment planning ensures optimal outcomes based on individual needs.
