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A fully digital planning protocol for dynamic computer-assisted zygomatic implant surgery based on virtual surgery
Jinyan Chen1, Yihan Shen2, Baoxin Tao3
1Master's student, Department of 2nd Dental Center, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases; Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, PR China.
This study presents a fully digital protocol for dynamic navigation-guided zygomatic implant (ZI) surgery. It overcomes limitations like restricted mouth opening for precise and efficient implant placement.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dental Implantology
- Digital Dentistry
Background:
- Dynamic navigation-guided zygomatic implant (ZI) surgery offers precise prosthetic-driven implant placement.
- Surgical execution can be challenging due to factors like limited mouth opening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a fully digital planning protocol for dynamic navigation-guided ZI surgery.
- To ensure precise, time-saving, and smooth surgical implementation.
Main Methods:
- Integration of patient's maxillofacial soft tissue data.
- Utilizing a virtual surgical handpiece aligned with the implant planning path.
- Employing dynamic navigation guidance throughout the procedure.
Main Results:
- The digital protocol facilitates accurate integration of planning and execution.
- Overcomes environmental limitations encountered during surgery.
- Ensures a more streamlined and efficient surgical workflow.
Conclusions:
- A fully digital planning protocol enhances the precision and efficiency of dynamic navigation-guided ZI surgery.
- This approach addresses practical surgical challenges, improving patient outcomes.
