Computer-guided implants

Guided implants

This technology has another application:  the use of SurgiGuide stereolithographic splints.

With the IT study we first choose the location and the most appropriate type of implant (length and width) and with stereolithographic reproduction we can transfer this information to the splint:  the surgical guide enables us to insert the implants without possibility of error in the ideal position, depth and orientation.

In addition, it is not necessary to make any linear incision in the gum.

In this photograph we see the splint with different rings adaptable to each drill.  The orientation with which the holes for the implants need to be made is determined by the orientation of these cylinders.  The process is as easy as putting the splint in place and being guided by these cylinders.  The end result will be optimum:  we have inserted the most appropriate implants in the ideal position.

Other images of the splint placed upon the model and the splint with the drills

Splint placed in the patient’s mouth

In addition, another great advantage of this procedure is that it is not necessary to make opening incisions.  It will suffice to simply make some slight apertures to allow passage to the implant.  Stitches are not needed and the post-operative recovery is almost non-existent.

In the image you can see the moment these apertures are made.