Digital Stent Fabrication for Guided Implant Surgery: A Case Report
Keywords:
Digital implant, Surgical stent, Prosthetically driven implant
Abstract
This case report highlights the role of digital technology in implant placement through the use of a computer-designed surgical stent. A fully digital workflow combining intraoral scanning, virtual implant planning, and 3D-printed surgical guide fabrication allowed for precise, minimally invasive implant placement in a mandibular edentulous patient. The use of a digital stent enhanced surgical accuracy, reduced chairside time, and improved patient comfort.
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https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1600-0501.2009.01836.x
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10200144/
Published
2025-12-25
How to Cite
S s prasad, S. A., Dr. Sharique Rehan, Dr. Shefali Singla, Dr. Poornima Minocha, Dr. Virender Kumar, & Dr. Sunint Singh. (2025). Digital Stent Fabrication for Guided Implant Surgery: A Case Report. UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF DENTAL SCIENCES, 11(4). https://doi.org/10.21276/ujds.2025.11.4.9
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