Computer Guided Implantology: For Optimal Implant Planning
Recently, dental implants have considerably contributed towards the rehabilitation of partially edentulous patients. It has become a predictable way of tooth replacement. In order to improve treatment outcomes, extensive research aroused from Branemark protocol where he described the original two-stage surgical protocol. Currently, the concept of prosthetic driven Implantology is gaining attention. It focuses on non-invasive surgical and restorative techniques.The angulation, depth and size of implant depend on the prosthetic outcome. Any discrepancy associated withimplant malpositioning can cause peri-implant bone resorption, soft tissue lossand unaesthetic appearance. As rightly stated by Buser et al, correct placement of the implant is based on a three dimensional assessment of the site including mesiodistal, buccolingual and occlusogingival direction. With meticulous planning within these dimensions and maintaining a minimum of one thickness of 1.5 mm around implant, ach...