The Planting Torque Wrench is a specialised dental implant tool used to deliver precise and reproducible torque during implant placement and prosthetic component tightening. It supports clinical accuracy, patient safety, and long-term implant success.
Its main uses include:
1. Controlled Implant Torque Application
Used to apply a precise rotational force (torque) to dental implants as they are placed into the bone.
Ensures that the implant is inserted with the correct torque level recommended by the manufacturer.
Helps achieve primary stability, which is critical for successful osseointegration.
2. Tightening Abutments and Prosthetic Components
Used to secure the abutment or healing cap to the implant body.
Ensures that screws and components are tightened to the exact torque specification set by the implant system.
Prevents under- or over-tightening, which can lead to prosthetic complications.
3. Reducing Risk of Surgical Errors
Provides a precise measurement of torque force, reducing reliance on guesswork.
Prevents over-tightening, which could damage implant threads or surrounding bone.
Prevents under-tightening, which could lead to micro-movement and compromised stability.
4. Standardisation Across Procedures
5. Clinical Safety and Documentation
Proper torque control is essential to:
Achieve adequate primary stability
Support osseointegration
Prevent mechanical complications
Ensure long-term prosthetic success
Example uses:
Placing a single anterior implant with precise torque for aesthetic outcomes
Inserting multiple implants in posterior regions with controlled torque for load distribution
Tightening prosthetic abutments or multi-unit bridges with defined torque values
Immediate placement or guided surgery protocols requiring accurate torque delivery
