Precision of Surgical Guides for Placement of Extra-Large Dental Implants A Pilot Study Evaluating Guided vs. Freehand Zygomatic Implant Placement for Atrophic Maxilla

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating the accuracy of surgical guides compared to the traditional freehand technique for placing zygomatic implants in patients with atrophic maxilla. This research aims to simplify the surgical procedure, improving safety and confidence for both patients and surgeons. The study also evaluates implant placement variations based on implant length and location, and examines the impact on pain and surgical time. Participants will receive extralarge dental implants placed either using guided surgical splints or the freehand method. The study involves preoperative and postoperative CT scans and orthopantomography to assess the precision of implant placement. Specialized software, including 3DSlicerae and exocadae, will be used to compare variations in implant positioning. Clinical outcomes such as pain and surgery duration will also be monitored. Participants will undergo scans before and after surgery to measure implant placement accuracy over 12 months. Researchers will track surgical outcomes and patient experiences to determine the benefits of guided surgical splints. The study requires informed consent and involves monitoring for safety and treatment precision throughout the follow-up period.

SURGICAL GUIDES EFFECTIVENESS