About the CAIS Glossary
Motivation
The Computer-Assisted Implant Surgery (CAIS) Glossary was developed to provide standardized terminology for the rapidly evolving field of digital dentistry and implant surgery. As technology continues to advance, clear and consistent definitions become essential for effective communication among clinicians, researchers, and educators.
This glossary aims to establish a common language that bridges different disciplines and facilitates the exchange of knowledge in the field of computer-assisted implant surgery, covering static, dynamic, and robotic approaches.
The Team
The CAIS Glossary was developed by a collaborative team of experts in implant dentistry, digital workflows, and surgical navigation. The project was coordinated under the auspices of the International Team for Implantology (ITI).
Related Publications
Glossary of Computer-Assisted Implant Surgery and Related Terms. First Edition
The foundational paper introducing 98 standardized CAIS terms organized in 5 domains, clarifying ambiguity and proposing standard nomenclature for clinical practice and research.
View PublicationBeyond Accuracy: Clinical Outcomes of Computer Assisted Implant Surgery
A white paper synthesizing evidence, reported experience, and best practices regarding clinically relevant outcomes of static, dynamic, and robotic CAIS.
View PublicationComputer-Assisted Implant Surgery: Patients' Experience and Perspectives
Examines the impact of computer-assisted implant surgery technologies on patient-related outcomes and experiences.
View PublicationComputer-Assisted Implant Surgery: Implications for Teaching, Learning, and Educational Strategies
Discusses educational strategies for teaching and learning CAIS within the dental curriculum, including pedagogy, technologies, and challenges.
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