S Bianchi

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Total Citations

150

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About

Dr. S. Bianchi is a pioneering figure in image-guided oral implantology, whose work bridges the gap between preoperative digital planning and precise surgical execution. His primary research areas encompass computer-assisted surgery, 3D imaging in dentistry, and the development of robotic systems for implant placement. Bianchi’s most significant contribution, detailed in his highly cited 2002 study (150 citations), introduced a novel method to transfer implant axes planned on cone-beam CT scans into physical surgical templates using a numerically controlled drilling machine. This work directly addressed a critical drawback in early image-guided systems—the lack of mechanical precision—by automating the transfer of spatial data. By demonstrating that robotic drilling could achieve sub-millimeter accuracy, Bianchi laid the foundation for modern, fully automated implant workflows. His research has been instrumental in reducing human error and improving patient outcomes, making him a key reference for any student or researcher exploring the intersection of robotics, radiology, and dental surgery.