Year : 2015

Volume : Volume 5

Issue : Issue 3

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Jil Rathod
jilrathod@yahoo.in

Abstract

Background:  Dental implantology has emerged as a practical alternative to traditional prosthodontics. Since the beginning, placement of implant in the bone to achieve a prosthetic solution that fulfills biologic, aesthetic and biomechanical requirements has been a challenge. In the past, implant site and inclination were dictated by residual bone quality. The desire for predictable prosthesis led to the development of prosthetically guided implantology. This concept establishes the correct implant position during the diagnostic stage according to planned definitive restoration. The use of guides for radiographic evaluation and surgical placement of dental implants can improve the final outcome of treatment for patients receiving implants. The purpose of this article is to describe procedures to construct precise radiographic stents.  When used appropriately at the time of surgery, demands of the patient can be achieved.

Keywords: Radiographic stents, Dental implants, Osseointegration.