Digital Dentistry
Dr. Nik Vourakis is a leader in digital dentistry, utilising state-of-the-art technology to enhance precision, efficiency, and clinical outcomes in implantology, bone grafting, and soft tissue regeneration.
A cornerstone of his digital approach is intraoral scanning, which eliminates the inaccuracies associated with conventional impressions. High-resolution digital scans provide an exact replica of the patient’s oral structures, ensuring precise prosthetic design and occlusal harmony. This data is seamlessly integrated into cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging, which offers three-dimensional visualization of bone architecture, anatomical landmarks, and pathology. With this highly detailed radiographic data, he assesses bone volume and density with sub-millimeter accuracy, allowing for precise implant positioning, grafting site evaluation, and risk assessment in complex cases.
Computer-guided surgery is the next critical step, where intraoral scan and CBCT data are merged to create virtual surgical guides. This level of precision enhances primary stability in implant placement, reduces surgical trauma, and promotes faster healing. By pre-planning osteotomy sites and angulation digitally, he minimizes intraoperative variability, leading to predictable outcomes with fewer complications. This is particularly advantageous in atrophic cases requiring bone augmentation or immediate implant placement protocols.
At the Forefront of Digital Dentistry
Beyond clinical application, he is at the forefront of education in digital dentistry, offering hands-on training and mentorship to fellow clinicians seeking to refine their skills in guided surgery, digital prosthetics, and regenerative procedures. His expertise has made him a sought-after referral point for complex cases requiring digital integration, attracting patients from across the UK. By staying ahead of advancements in digital workflows, he ensures that both his patients and referring clinicians benefit from the most progressive techniques available in modern implant dentistry.