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Knowledge and awareness regarding use of surgical stent for implant placement: A cross-sectional study
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Vilas Rajguru *
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Harshal Diwase
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Kishor Mahale
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Smita Arun Khalikar
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Sonali Vishal Mahajan
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Ulhas Tandle
Background: Accurate implant placement is crucial for achieving long-term functional and esthetic success in dental implantology. Surgical stents serve as a guiding tool to ensure precise positioning, angulation, and depth during implant placement. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge, awareness, and perceptions among dental professionals regarding the use of surgical stents.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey was conducted among 152 dental professionals, including BDS graduates, MDS specialists, and dental practitioners. The survey comprised structured questions evaluating perceived accuracy, ease of use, time efficiency, type preferences, challenges encountered, and recommendations for beginner implantologists. Data were analyzed descriptively.
Results: Most participants (49.3%) rated surgical stents as 'moderately accurate' in achieving optimal implant positioning, while 42.1% rated them 'slightly accurate.' About 42.8% strongly agreed and 48% agreed that stents reduce the risk of improper angulation and depth. Regarding accuracy in matching planned and actual positions, 65.8% reported 'sometimes' achieving it, whereas only 17.8% reported 'always.' CAD/CAM-fabricated stents (34.9%) were the most preferred, followed by 3D-printed guides (38.8%). While 53.9% found them 'neutral' in ease of use, 93.4% believed they slightly improved time efficiency. Common challenges included limited mouth opening (13.8%), difficulty in stabilization (46.7%), and inaccuracies despite use (23%). For beginners, 54% 'probably' recommended surgical stents.
Conclusion: While surgical stents are widely recognized for enhancing accuracy and reducing surgical errors, limitations such as difficulty in stabilization and occasional inaccuracies remain. Advances in digital technology, including CAD/CAM and 3D printing, have improved acceptance, yet operator training is essential for maximizing their benefits.
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Rajguru V, Diwase H, Mahale K, Khalikar SA, Mahajan SV, Tandle U. Knowledge and awareness regarding use of surgical stent for implant placement: A cross-sectional study [Internet]. Int J Oral Health Dent. 2025 [cited 2025 Oct 23];11(3):230-234. Available from: https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.12887.1760177174
APA
Rajguru, V., Diwase, H., Mahale, K., Khalikar, S. A., Mahajan, S. V., Tandle, U. (2025). Knowledge and awareness regarding use of surgical stent for implant placement: A cross-sectional study. Int J Oral Health Dent, 11(3), 230-234. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.12887.1760177174
MLA
Rajguru, Vilas, Diwase, Harshal, Mahale, Kishor, Khalikar, Smita Arun, Mahajan, Sonali Vishal, Tandle, Ulhas. "Knowledge and awareness regarding use of surgical stent for implant placement: A cross-sectional study." Int J Oral Health Dent, vol. 11, no. 3, 2025, pp. 230-234. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.12887.1760177174
Chicago
Rajguru, V., Diwase, H., Mahale, K., Khalikar, S. A., Mahajan, S. V., Tandle, U.. "Knowledge and awareness regarding use of surgical stent for implant placement: A cross-sectional study." Int J Oral Health Dent 11, no. 3 (2025): 230-234. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.12887.1760177174