Description
Navigation and Robotics in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery by Dr. Tejas Santosh Bankar and Dr. A C Lakshmi Rathan is an academic reference exploring how digital technologies are transforming surgical planning, precision, and clinical practice in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS).
The book presents the fundamentals of surgical navigation and robotic systems, explaining their development, working principles, components, and integration into modern surgical workflows. It examines how three-dimensional imaging, computer-assisted planning, real-time instrument tracking, and image-guided techniques can support surgical decision-making in anatomically complex regions.
A major focus is the clinical application of navigation technology in maxillofacial trauma, orthognathic surgery, oncological and reconstructive procedures, implantology, biopsy, and temporomandibular joint surgery. The discussion of robotic assistance covers transoral robotic surgery, mandibular procedures, reconstruction, and dental implant placement, providing an overview of the evolving capabilities of technology-assisted interventions.
Beyond clinical applications, the book evaluates the advantages and limitations of these systems. Topics include surgical accuracy, anatomical visualisation, procedural safety, equipment costs, technical challenges, training requirements, learning curves, and the need for stronger clinical evidence. This balanced perspective helps readers understand both the potential and the practical considerations of adopting advanced surgical technologies.
The concluding chapters explore future developments involving artificial intelligence, augmented and mixed reality, improved imaging, miniaturised robotic platforms, haptic feedback, and integrated digital workflows.
Designed for dental and medical students, postgraduate trainees, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, academic faculty, and researchers, this book offers a structured introduction to an emerging area of surgical innovation. It is a useful resource for understanding current developments and exploring future research opportunities in precision-oriented maxillofacial care.
