Year : 2015

Volume : Volume 5

Issue : Issue 1

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Mansha Mohan
manshamohan@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  Prosthodontic rehabilitation of completely edentulous arch with implant supported prosthesis requires a stent, to evaluate the relationship between anatomical structures and to aid in implant placement for successful treatment result. This article highlights the rationale of implant-retained surgical templates and reviews guidelines for construction of surgical guides to direct dental implant placement. A variety of guides are described that can be fabricated for partially and fully edentulous arches.

Keywords: Prosthodontics, Implant, Dentistry.