Solving Challenges in Static Computer-Assisted Guided Surgery for Posterior Open-End Situations.

Abstract

This technical note serves as a practical guide for clinicians aiming to provide solutions to optimize the precision of static computer-assisted implant surgery (sCAIS) and the success of implant placement in free-end situations. Five methods are introduced for enhancing surgical guide stabilization and improving the accuracy of implant placement in situations lacking stabilizing adjacent teeth. These techniques include the use of keratinized soft tissue, implant-borne stabilizers, lateral fixation pins, transitional implants, and digital bone segmentation for guide support. Each method is evaluated for its potential to address the specific challenges faced in sCAIS, aiming to contribute to the field through practical solutions for clinicians.