
Process and advantages of Guided Surgery
The advancement of new technologies applied to dental surgery has allowed the development of increasingly effective, less invasive techniques that improve the patient's postoperative treatment.
Computer-guided surgery is a technique that allows dental implants to be placed in the exact location of the arch. The intervention is planned in advance with the help of a computer and 3D technology. This procedure has a number of advantages over traditional surgery.
3D study of the patient's mouth
With the help of a state-of-the-art intraoral scanner, three-dimensional images of the patient's mouth are obtained. With these images and using CAD/CAM software, Dr. Jesús Llona Badiola performs a study of the maxillary bone, which will serve to assess the most appropriate place to place the implant and optimize the amount of bone tissue available.
With the help of this technique, we seek to avoid, as far as possible, having to resort to grafts or techniques that have a greater degree of complexity, in addition to delaying the development of the treatment.
Manufacturing of the surgical splint
The same computer software is used to manufacture a surgical splint that will serve as a guide to insert the implants in the previously planned location and position.
Preparation for guided surgery
Preoperative preparation for guided surgery is similar to that for traditional surgery. Patients are asked to avoid certain foods and drinks, such as coffee, to reduce the risk of postoperative bleeding. The patient's health, medications, and medical history are also taken into consideration. Patients are asked to follow a certain diet, such as a soft diet.
The health and condition of the teeth and surrounding tissue will be examined in depth. This is also the time when the procedure will be explained in detail and any questions the patient may have will be answered. The dental consultation is an important part of preoperative preparation. It is the patient's opportunity to discuss any concerns and ask any questions they may have about the procedure.
Advantages of Guided Surgery
More planning, less risk
The optimal position of the implant will be determined by two variables: the amount of bone and the position of the teeth. Once the exact position of the implant has been determined, this information is transferred to a 3D printer. Prior planning is essential to minimize risks, avoid sensitive areas such as the dental nerve or maxillary sinus, and achieve optimal results.
For the patient, all this translates into a less invasive and shorter surgery with a very comfortable postoperative period, as there are no cuts or stitches, in addition to the fact that the implants are placed with maximum precision, with unbeatable functional and aesthetic results.
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