Comparing robotic and freehand methods for dental implant placement

The Accuracy of Dental Implant Placement Using Robotic System-assisted Surgery and Freehand Surgery: a Randomized Clinical Trial

NA · Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University · NCT06059573

This study is testing whether using a robotic system for dental implant placement is more accurate than the traditional freehand method for patients with a single missing tooth.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment28 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorHospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University (other)
Locations1 site (Wuhan, Hubei)
Trial IDNCT06059573 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the accuracy of dental implant placement using a robotic system compared to traditional freehand surgery. Patients with single missing teeth will be randomly assigned to either the robotic surgery group or the control group receiving freehand surgery. The accuracy of implant positioning will be assessed by comparing preoperative plans with postoperative results using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). This study seeks to determine if robotic assistance can improve the precision of dental implant placements.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals with a single missing tooth and sufficient alveolar bone for implant placement.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant or have systemic diseases that contraindicate dental implants will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate dental implant placements, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that robotic-assisted surgeries can enhance accuracy, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Single missing teeth with adjacent and opposing healthy natural teeth;
2. Healthy patients;
3. Sufficient alveolar bone available for implant placement.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Pregnancy or intention to become pregnant at any point during the study duration
2. With any systemic diseases/conditions that are contraindications to dental implant...

Where this trial is running

Wuhan, Hubei

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Dental Implant, robot-guided surgery, freehand, dental implant robot, accuracy

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.