The surgical stent that is used as a template for the placement of the implant screws is made of:

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The surgical stent used for implant placement should be radiolucent, meaning it allows X-rays to pass through without blocking them. This is important for accurate placement of the implant screws. Clear acrylic resin is a radiolucent material that is commonly used for making surgical stents. Stainless steel and titanium are radiopaque materials and may interfere with X-rays, making it difficult to accurately place the implant screws. Opaque acrylic resin may provide some radiopacity, but it may not be as clear as clear acrylic resin, which could also interfere with X-rays.

The Surgical Stent That Is Used as a Template for the Placement