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Published on: May 5, 2022
[Application and prospect of digital technology in endodontic microsurgery]
Rui Zhang1,2, Liuyan Meng1,2
1State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, Hubei Key Laboratory of Stomatology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, China.
Digital technologies like navigation and robotics enhance complex endodontic microsurgery by improving apex localization. These tools offer improved accuracy and clinical application, guiding surgeons through challenging anatomical structures.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Surgical Technology
- Endodontics
Background:
- Apex localization in endodontic microsurgery is challenging due to complex anatomy.
- Digital technologies offer a promising solution to overcome these limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the operational workflows, clinical applications, accuracy, and influencing factors of digital navigation and robotic systems in endodontic microsurgery.
- To provide clinical insights and references for managing complex endodontic microsurgeries using these technologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of static navigation, dynamic navigation, and robotic system assistance in endodontic microsurgery.
- Presentation of clinical cases demonstrating the application of digital technologies.
Main Results:
- Digital technologies, including navigation and robotic assistance, show successful application in complex endodontic microsurgeries.
- Analysis of operational workflows, accuracy, and influencing factors provides practical guidance.
Conclusions:
- Digital technologies are crucial for advancing endodontic microsurgery, particularly in complex cases.
- Future development trends point towards more intelligent, standardized, and minimally invasive applications.
