Imperative role of surgical templates in accurate implant positioning: A key to success

Dental implants have been used in a variety of different forms for many years. Since the mid‐twentieth century, there has been an increase in interest in the implant process for the replacement of missing teeth. Branemark applied scientifically based research techniques to develop an endosseous implant that forms an immobile connection with bone.To establish a logical continuity between the planned restoration and the surgical phases, it is essential to use a transfer device.[1] The surgical guide template is fabricated by the dental technician after the presurgical restorative appointments, once the final prosthesis, number and locationof optional abutments, occlusal scheme, and implant angulations have been determined. The desired configuration of the surgical stent is determined by the prescribed prosthesis. The surgical template dictates to the surgeon the placement of the implant body that offers the best combination of 1) support for the repetitive forces of occlusion, 2) esthetics, and 3) requirementsof hygiene.[2,3]