Current applications of dental implant robots in immediate implantation

doi:10.12337/zgkqzzxzz.2025.10.012

Abstract

Abstract: This review summarizes the current applications and future prospects of dental implant robots in immediate implantation, with the aim of supporting further clinical research in this field. It begins by outlining the challenges of immediate implantation and introducing the working principles and classifications of implant robots. The review then details the current status of their application in immediate implantation, including clinical outcomes, advantages, and indications for complex cases. Furthermore, it analyzes the challenges associated with this technology, such as technical limitations, costs, and the need for specialized training. Finally, it explores the future prospects of implant robots in immediate implantation.

Key words: Computer-assisted dental implant surgery, Immediate implant, Digital dentistry, Accuracy

Wang Zi'an, Zhang Xudong, Hu Ke, Li Yuhui, Li Yaohan. Current applications of dental implant robots in immediate implantation[J]. Chinese Journal of Oral Implantology, 2025, 30(5): 509-516.

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