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Comparative Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Versus Conventional Guided Implant Planning in Free End Saddle Cases
Sponsor: Mariam Morcos Nasr
Summary
This study aims to compare the accuracy and clinical performance of artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted implant planning with conventional human-based implant planning in patients presenting with free-end saddle edentulous areas requiring dental implant rehabilitation. Preoperative cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images and intraoral scans will be used to assess the available bone, anatomical landmarks, and prosthetically driven implant positions. Implant planning and surgical guide fabrication will be performed using standardized digital workflows under the supervision of an experienced implant planning specialist. Postoperative CBCT imaging will be used to evaluate deviations between the planned and actual implant positions. The study will assess the accuracy of both planning approaches to determine whether AI-assisted planning provides comparable or improved implant placement accuracy relative to conventional planning.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2026-10-25
Completion Date
2027-11
Last Updated
2026-10-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Dental implant palcement
* All surgical procedures will be performed by the same operator. Prior to surgery patient will be instructed to rinse with 0.1% chlorhexidine gluconate for 30 seconds. * Anesthesia will be obtained by administration of 2% lidocaine 1:80,000 epinephrine. * In both study groups, the surgical guides will be clinically evaluated prior to surgery to ensure accurate fit, complete seating, and adequate stability on the supporting oral structures. * After confirmation of proper guide fit and stability, implant osteotomies will be performed through the surgical guide following the manufacturer's prescribed drilling sequence. Subsequently, the implants will be inserted according to the manufacturer's recommended surgical protocol. * Final insertion of crowns will be done after 4-6 months.