Clinical edition: The real purpose of guided surgery with Dr. Nikos Mattheos

What does "accuracy" actually mean in digital implant dentistry – and when does it improve patient care versus simply producing impressive numbers?

In this episode of ProTalk Clinical, Christian Jarry speaks with Professor Nikos Mattheos about the evolution of guided implant surgery, navigation systems, AI, and robotics. Together, they challenge the industry's obsession with precision alone and explore why digital workflows only matter when they lead to better clinical outcomes, improved efficiency, and a better patient experience.

00:00 Why accuracy alone is not enough
05:01 The real clinical benefits of digital workflows
09:46 Navigation systems as a learning tool
16:12 Looking beyond accuracy in implant research
20:35 AI and the future of treatment planning
28:48 Robotics in implant surgery today
36:05 The real-world limits of guided surgery
40:25 Choosing technology based on outcomes, not trends