What each stage means for you
| Stage | What happens | Examples named by Straumann |
|---|---|---|
| Scanning | Your teeth and jaw are recorded digitally | SIRIOS™1 |
| Planning | The implant position is planned from the future tooth backwards | coDiagnostiX®, Smile in a Box®1 |
| Surgery | The implant is placed, freehand or with a guide | iEXCEL, iGuide™1 |
| Secondary scan | The implant position is scanned for the lab | SIRIOS™, RevEx™, EXACT™1 |
| Restoration | The crown or bridge is designed and milled | UN!Q™1 |
A digital workflow can make treatment more predictable and reduce appointments, but the result still depends on the team using it.
Clinical review pending. Facts on this page are checked against the sources listed below (regulatory records, manufacturer documents, peer-reviewed research). A named clinician will review it before we call it medically reviewed.
Last updated 28 Sep 2026 · How we review
Last updated 28 Sep 2026 · How we review
Sources
- Manufacturer documentationStraumann iEXCEL™ system (product page) — Institut Straumann AG. Accessed 28 Sep 2026.
Educational information only. The choice of implant system depends on your anatomy, restorative plan, bone quality and the clinician's assessment. This website does not recommend a specific implant for you.
