Dental Implant Placement Checklist: Surgical Protocol & Recovery

Ensure flawless implant procedures & patient healing. This Dental Implant Placement Checklist guides you through surgical protocols, post-op care, and recovery milestones for exceptional patient outcomes & confident compliance.

This Template was installed 3 times.

Pre-Operative Assessment

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Review patient history, imaging (CBCT, Pano), and consent forms. Confirm medical clearance and allergies.

Appointment Date

Medical History Review

Allergies

Blood Pressure (Systolic)

Blood Pressure (Diastolic)

Radiographic Imaging (CBCT/Pano)

Informed Consent Status

Surgical Site Preparation

2 of 10

Ensure proper anesthesia, sterile field, and equipment setup. Verify implant site marking and surgical guide placement (if applicable).

Anesthesia Type

Anesthesia Dosage (mg)

Sterile Field Status

Pre-op Radiograph Review

Surgical Guide Present?

Guide Placement Verified (Y/N)

Preparation Start Time

Implant Osteotomy

3 of 10

Accurate osteotomy creation based on surgical plan. Verify depth and diameter. Irrigation and hemostasis.

Osteotomy Depth (mm)

Osteotomy Diameter (mm)

Drill Speed (RPM)

Irrigation Solution Used

Notes on Bone Density and Quality

Number of Drill Passes

Implant Placement

4 of 10

Correct angulation, depth, and primary stability. Verify tactile and radiographic assessment.

Implant Depth (mm)

Angle of Placement (degrees)

Implant Brand

Implant Diameter (mm)

Initial Torque Value (Ncm)

Observations during Placement

Primary Stability (hand test)

Wound Closure & Dressing

5 of 10

Appropriate suturing technique. Application of protective dressing. Patient education on post-operative care.

Suture Type

Number of Sutures

Suture Technique

Dressing Type

Dressing Instructions Provided

Dressing Change Time (if applicable)

Post-Operative Instructions

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Provide detailed verbal and written instructions regarding pain management, diet, oral hygiene, and follow-up appointments.

Detailed Pain Management Instructions

Dietary Restrictions and Recommendations

Oral Hygiene Instructions (Specific to Implant Site)

Prescription Refill Date (Pain Medication)

Follow-up Appointment Date

Scheduled Appointment Time (Follow-up)

Potential Complication Signs & Symptoms (Checklist)

Initial Healing Phase (Weeks 1-3)

7 of 10

Monitor for signs of infection, inflammation, or implant failure. Assess soft tissue healing.

Date of Initial Post-Op Assessment

Vital Signs - Temperature (°C)

Vital Signs - Blood Pressure (mmHg)

Presence of Swelling?

Presence of Pain?

Pain Management Notes (if applicable)

Signs of Infection?

Additional Notes/Observations

Osseointegration Assessment (Typically 3-6 months)

8 of 10

Radiographic evaluation to confirm osseointegration. Assess peri-implant bone levels.

Radiographic Assessment Date

Peri-implant Bone Level (mm) - Mesial

Peri-implant Bone Level (mm) - Distal

Bone Density Appearance

Presence of Fibrous Tissue

Radiographic Image (Panoramic/CBCT)

Clinical Notes (e.g., presence of inflammation, exudate)

Prosthetic Component Placement

9 of 10

Confirmation of stability and accuracy. Impression taking and abutment selection.

Impression Type

Impression Depth (mm)

Abutment Type

Abutment Height (mm)

Impression Date

Impression Time

Master Cast Status

Final Restoration & Patient Education

10 of 10

Delivery of final restoration. Review occlusion, aesthetics, and maintenance. Long-term follow-up plan.

Restoration Material

Occlusion - Angle (degrees)

Aesthetic Notes (Color Matching, Contouring)

Maintenance Instructions Provided

Next Recall Appointment

Patient Concerns/Questions

Patient Signature (Acknowledgement)

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