Robots take on dental implants: a battle for precision
NCT ID NCT06895915
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a robot can place dental implants more accurately than a computer-guided navigation system in the front upper jaw. Twenty-four adults needing an implant will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The main goal is to see which approach achieves better positioning, with follow-ups over one year to check pain and satisfaction.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If robotic assistance proves more accurate, it could become a standard method for precise dental implant placement, reducing complications and improving long-term success.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The robotic system is new and may not outperform existing navigation in practice.
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Conditions
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Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Department of oral implantology
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200011, China
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