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Backward planning — a concept for implant restorations

In backward planning, the treatment is planned in reverse, starting from the intended prosthetic result.

Backward planning describes an approach to implant restorations in which a team of surgeon or dentist and dental technician plans an individual restoration or acrylic temporary in advance, on the basis of a digital three-dimensional cone beam scan.

Analysing the data from digital implant planning yields precise information about the best possible tooth position. Special planning software is used to select the right implant design and determine the optimum implant position. Computer-assisted planning and placement with the help of a surgical guide allow the implant to be positioned exactly as the prosthetic plan requires.

In backward planning, the treatment is planned in reverse, starting from the intended prosthetic result. The implants are placed precisely where the plan for the restoration needs them for optimum support and pleasing aesthetics.

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Frequently asked questions

With backward planning the work goes backwards from the intended prosthetic restoration. The implants are placed exactly where the planned restoration needs them for optimal attachment and an attractive appearance.
In backward planning the surgeon or dentist and the dental technician work together as a team. On the basis of a digital, three-dimensional volume tomography scan they plan the individual restoration or a temporary one made of plastic in advance.
Analysing the data from digital implant planning provides precise information about the best possible tooth position. Special planning software is used to determine the suitable implant design and the optimal implant position. The plan is put into practice with the help of a drilling template.