Advancements and Implications of Digital Workflow Integration in Implant Dentistry

A special issue of Dentistry Journal (ISSN 2304-6767). This special issue belongs to the section "Digital Technologies".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2024 | Viewed by 989

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Department of Dental Techniques, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 8, Eroilor Sanitari Blvd, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
Interests: oral and maxillofacial surgery; implant dentistry; maxillofacial prosthodontics; dental materials; digital dentistry; artificial intelligence in dentistry
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Dear Colleagues,

In the rapidly evolving landscape of dental medicine, the integration of digital technologies into implant dentistry represents a transformative leap forward. This Special Issue aims to explore the comprehensive spectrum of digital workflows in implant dentistry, encompassing planning, insertion, restoration, and long-term monitoring. Our focus is on showcasing cutting-edge advancements that enhance predictability, personalization, and patient acceptance while addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by digitalization. We invite contributions that delve into the utilization of digital imaging, computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) systems, digital impressions, and virtual reality simulations. Special emphasis will be placed on the role of artificial intelligence in optimizing treatment outcomes, streamlining procedures, and facilitating personalized treatment plans that cater to individual patient needs and budgets. Submissions exploring the incorporation of digital workflows in implant surgery and prosthetics, with comparisons to hybrid and traditional methods while analyzing the results, are encouraged. Through this Special Issue, we aim to illuminate the ways in which digital workflows can not only improve the efficiency and effectiveness of implant dentistry but also significantly enhance patient experience and satisfaction. Contributions may include original research, reviews, case studies, and perspectives that highlight innovation, address technical challenges, and propose future directions for digital workflows in implant dentistry.

Dr. Corina Marilena Cristache
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Keywords

  • digital dentistry
  • implant dentistry
  • CAD/CAM
  • digital workflows
  • implant surgery
  • intraoral scanning
  • CBCT
  • artificial intelligence
  • virtual reality simulation
  • guided implant surgery

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Predictable Full Digital Workflow Using Stackable Surgical Templates for Complete Dental Arch Rehabilitation with Implant-Supported Fixed Restorations—Case Series and Proof of Concept
by Corina Marilena Cristache, Oana Elena Burlacu Vatamanu, Cristian Corneliu Butnarasu, Tamara Mihut and Eliza Denisa Sgiea
Dent. J. 2024, 12(11), 347; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj12110347 - 30 Oct 2024
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Background: In recent years, advancements in digital dentistry have provided new opportunities for more predictable and efficient treatment options, particularly in patients with failing dentition. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of a fully digital workflow using stackable surgical templates [...] Read more.
Background: In recent years, advancements in digital dentistry have provided new opportunities for more predictable and efficient treatment options, particularly in patients with failing dentition. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of a fully digital workflow using stackable surgical templates for complete dental arch rehabilitation with implant-supported fixed restorations. Methods: Four patients, comprising two males and two females with a mean age of 66 years, were included in this case series. Each patient underwent meticulous digital planning, including CBCT and intraoral scanning, to create a virtual patient for preoperative assessment and virtual treatment planning. The assessment of the trueness of implant positioning was conducted in Geomagic Control X software (version 2017.0.3) by referencing anatomical landmarks from both the preoperative and one-year postoperative CBCT scans. Results: A total of 25 dental implants were placed in the maxilla, followed by the installation of long-term provisional restorations. The results showed minimal deviation between the planned and actual implant positions, with mean 3D coronal, apical, and angular discrepancies of 0.87 mm, 2.04 mm, and 2.67°, respectively. All implants achieved successful osseointegration, and no failures were recorded, resulting in a 100% survival rate at the one-year follow-up. Patients reported high satisfaction with both the esthetic and functional outcomes based on their subjective feedback. Conclusions: The findings suggest that the use of a fully digital workflow with stackable surgical templates is a reliable and effective approach for immediate implant placement and prosthetic rehabilitation, enhancing treatment precision and patient comfort. Full article
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