A Transporter Guide for Cortical Plate Placement in the Split Bone Block Technique: A Technical Report and Case Series.
Fernando Cebrián, Juan Francisco Peña-Cardelles, Samuel Akhondi et al.
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Case in brief
This case series presents a novel transporter guide designed for the split bone block technique (SBBT) to enhance the placement of cortical bone plates. Six cases were evaluated, focusing on graft stability and postsurgical bone augmentation. Post-operative CBCT scans indicated minimal discrepancies between planned and actual outcomes, with improved surgical workflow and reduced intraoperative errors noted.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
The use of a transporter guide in SBBT can significantly enhance the precision of graft placement and stabilization, leading to improved surgical outcomes.
Why it matters
Integrating digital tools like 3D printing in surgical procedures can address complexities in bone augmentation, potentially transforming standard practices in orthopedic and restorative dentistry.