Component replacement: the superstructure may need replacing during the implant's lifetime.
Unknown implant?
That's no obstacle for us.
Using panoramic X-ray images, we determine the brand and dimensions of the implant in the patient's mouth. We also identify its type based on shape and dimensions.
The following can occur during the lifetime of a dental implant:
A dental implant can have a long service life, but over the years, components may need replacing, complications may arise or information may be missing. Often the treating dentist does not know what type of implant is in the patient's mouth.
An unknown implant may lead to repeated examinations, unnecessary waiting, additional costs and greater potential for errors — for both the patient and the healthcare system.
Within five years, 35% of patients experience some kind of complication.
Missing information: the treating dentist does not know the type of implant in the patient's mouth.
These figures come from the stakeholder brief; verification of the statistical sources is ongoing.
Our goal
Using panoramic X-rays, we identify the brand, size and type of the implant in the patient's mouth.
One image + one algorithm = one precise answer. From the unknown to a quick solution, from uncertainty to confidence — supporting the work of the treating professional.
Fast treatment
The required component can be manufactured in advance → potentially allowing replacement in a single appointment.
Completing documentation
Data in incomplete implant registries can be clarified.
Quality control and long-term monitoring
Monitoring service life, failure and wear statistics to improve quality.
Less uncertainty
The dentist knows the relevant parameters even when the patient's history is unknown.
Technology
Technology background
IDENTIFY supports implant identification through automated analysis of dental X-rays.
ResNet50 + Faster R-CNN
A neural network supporting image processing and object detection.
Annotated panoramic and intraoral images
Thousands of dental images and expert annotations for training and testing.
Recognition extended to Central European manufacturers
For example, Denti, Callus Pro and Nobel Replace implant systems.
Bounding box + manufacturer + platform: joint identification
Joint determination of the implant's position, manufacturer and platform.
In collaboration with the following organisations:
Target audience
Who is IDENTIFY for?
From the unknown to a faster solution; from uncertainty to a clearer answer.
For dentists
For those who want fast, precise and safe treatment.
For patients
For those seeking a solution without unnecessary examinations.
For researchers and decision-makers
To create a clearer implant database and enable long-term monitoring of implants.
Our collaborating partners
Team
The project's research, development and professional contributors.
Rácz Dániel
SZTAKI
Ország Anna
SZTAKI
Kivovics Márton
FSZOI
Takács Anna
FSZOI
Mikesy Gergő
EMK
Project management
Borbás Attila
EMK
Software development
Pollner Péter
EMK
Workstream lead