Never Trust a Surgical Guide

Guided implant surgery promises precision, yet clinical reality often deviates from the digital plan. This lecture highlights the limitations of static guides and the factors influencing accuracy, including tissue characteristics, bone density, and mechanical tolerances.

Using clinical cases, we demonstrate how small deviations can lead to significant biological and prosthetic consequences—especially in the esthetic zone. The takeaway is simple: guided surgery is a powerful tool, but only in the hands of a critical and adaptive surgeon.