CT dataset anisotropy management for oral implantology planning software.

Purpose: Measurements accomplished on most oral implantology software are often affected by some systematic effects, of which those related to the CT dataset anisotropy are the most relevant. In fact, most of these commercial systems do not manage possible anisotropy in input datasets, leaving the responsibility to users and radiologists. Therefore, in order to achieve a better knowledge of the patient's anatomy before inserting the implants, and thus reducing the risk of damaging the surrounding structures, the implementation of a complete and precise anisotropy management system is required.

From implant planning to surgical execution: an integrated approach for surgery in oral implantology.

Background: Using oral implantology software and transferring the preoperative planning into a stereolithographic model, prosthodontists can produce the related surgical guide. This procedure has some disadvantages: bone-supported stent invasiveness, lack of references due to scattering and non-negligible stereolithography cost. An alternative solution is presented that provides an ideal surgical stent (not invasive, precise, and cheap) as a result.

A fully 3D work context for oral implant planning and simulation.

Purpose: Most software systems for oral implantology are based on a two-dimensional multi-view approach, often accompanied with a surface rendered model. Usually they are affected by common errors like anisotropy of the volume and distortion on measurements. A more integrated and realistic 3D approach for implant surgery is desirable in order to gain a deeper and surer knowledge of patient's anatomy before inserting the implants, thus reducing the risk of damaging surrounding structures.