What's New in Digital Dentistry & Implantology

How guided implant dentistry is practiced nowadays:

Dentists create a treatment plan using images from cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), intraoral scans (IOS), or digitized records. These images are loaded into computer-aided design (CAD) software, where all the planning files are aligned in one coordinate system. This plan can be used to make temporary restorations using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). The same files can also guide the surgery using either static guides or dynamic navigation systems.

Here's a problem!

After the surgery, the actual positions of the implants may slightly differ from the original plan. It's important for the dentist to know the exact locations of the placed implants to achieve a passive fit.

In implant dentistry, a passive fit means that the prosthetic components fit precisely onto the dental implants without causing any stress or strain. Achieving this precise alignment is crucial for the long-term success and stability of the dental prosthesis.

How to find the exact positions of the implants:

To find the exact implant positions, one method is stereophotogrammetry, which involves capturing 3D images to determine spatial relationships. Navigated Photogrammetry (NPG) is a new form of this technique, which can accurately relate the placed implants to the patient's anatomy by using data from the Dynamic Surgical Navigation System (DSNS).

FastMap navigated photogrammetry system:

This innovative NPG system by Nobel Biocare showcased at the 2024 European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) meeting, is designed for full-arch implant restorations and offers enhanced precision in measuring and maintaining implant positions relative to preoperative prosthetic plans and the patient's anatomy.

With Nobel Biocare 's FastMap, you can accurately map the final abutment position and automatically register your 3D plan with the corresponding anatomy

Key features of FastMap NPG:

FastMap uses a dedicated software to accurately capture the true positions of implants and abutments and maintains this crucial relationship throughout the navigated procedure using a pre-operatively registered patient tracker. This ensures consistent alignment between implant positions and prosthetic planning, unlike basic photogrammetry methods that might disrupt this alignment.

FastMap works with all Nobel Biocare multi-unit abutments and is also compatible with abutments from other manufacturers like Astra Tech, Neodent, BioHorizons, and BIOMET 3i. This broad compatibility enhances its usefulness in various clinical situations.

By integrating FastMap into the implant workflow, dentists can achieve greater accuracy and efficiency. The system helps maintain the precise alignment needed for a passive fit, improving the long-term success and stability of dental prostheses.

International Digital Dentistry & Implantology Conclave 2024, Pune

Digital Dentistry is going to be an integral part of every dental practice. You have a golden opportunity to witness the state-of-the-art digital dental technologies and learn from the renowned mentors at the upcoming International Digital Dentistry & Implantology Conclave to be held at The Orchid Hotel, Pune on 22-24 Nov 2024.

The best part of the event is it covers—digital dentistry and implantology— the two main pillars of modern dental practice. It's a golden opportunity for dentists at all stages of practice to attend this unique event and learn about the latest digital workflows, Intraoral Scanners, 3D Printers, CAD-CAM, AI, AR/ VR, Digital Smile Design, and more. Visit the official website here.