How to Avoid Costly Mistakes in Implant Placement
When it comes to implant dentistry, even small mistakes can have a big impact. A few millimeters off in angulation or depth may lead to compromised esthetics, mechanical complications, or even implant failure. Many of these slip-ups occur when cases are planned without the right data or when surgical guides are produced without strict protocols. At SGT Guides, our goal is to help you prevent these costly errors before they ever happen.
Common Mistakes That Compromise Implant Placement
Relying on limited data: Planning from intraoral scans alone without evaluating bone quality or anatomical landmarks can put you at risk.
Improper angulation: Without CBCT integration, the trajectory of the implant can easily deviate, leading to functional or esthetic challenges.
Inaccurate fit of the guide: Guides designed without a precise workflow can rock or shift, causing errors during drilling.
Overlooking restorative needs: Failing to plan with the final prosthetic outcome in mind often results in difficult or compromised restorations.
The good news? Each of these mistakes is entirely preventable with the right planning approach.
Planning with Confidence: Why CBCT + IOS is the Gold Standard
For predictable outcomes, combining CBCT scans with intraoral scans (IOS) is non-negotiable. Here’s why:
CBCT provides a three-dimensional view of bone anatomy, nerve location, and sinus position.
Intraoral scans capture soft tissue and occlusion with unmatched accuracy and patient comfort.
When merged, these datasets allow you to see both the “above and below the surface” details, ensuring implants are placed exactly where biology and prosthetics demand.
This combination is the foundation of modern surgical guide planning, and the reason SGT Guides insists on both for every case.
The SGT Guides Advantage
Every guide we deliver is backed by a meticulous, step-by-step protocol designed to maximize accuracy:
Strict data requirements: We require both CBCT and IOS to begin any case, ensuring the most complete diagnostic picture.
Collaborative planning: Our radiologists and technicians work with you to align surgical and restorative goals.
Precision fabrication: Guides are produced using industry leading printers and verified against your digital plan.
Predictable accuracy: By standardizing our workflow, we ensure every case, whether single unit or full-arch, is as reliable as the last.
At SGT Guides, our mission is simple: help you place implants with confidence, accuracy, and peace of mind.
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