Using the Stereolithographic Surgical Guide Templates in Implant Surgery

Computer guided implantology (CGI) is the state of the art in modern implantology. In this article based upon this newly developed concept the step by step treatment sequences of an upper jaw of a patient with dental implant was demonstrated. Based upon CGI treatment protocols implantation was performed for a 49 years old man with upper jaw tooth loss. Data from CTscan led to preparation of exact surgical templates (stereolithographic surgical templates) for implant placement. It was found that due to more precise location of implant placed the prosthetic phase of treatment would be simplified and the esthetics could be fully achievable. Computer guided implantology may be an excellent tool in achieving best treatment planing esthetics and precise implant placement.