Fig. 3
From: Utilising the nasal aperture for template stabilisation for guided surgery in the atrophic maxilla
Surgical procedure. a The template is positioned by placing it on the alveolar ridge. Then, the two brackets are rotated onto the nasal notch. b The implant beddings are prepared using the manufacturer’s sleeves. c After preparation, the implants are manually placed at 45 N cm. Notice the thin atrophic alveolar crest. d The implants are positioned according to the template. e The cover screws are placed. f The wound is sutured with a non-resorbable material