Intraoral Photogrammetry is the most accurate technique for the three-dimensional recording of multiple dental implants, and it is applied equally effectively in cases of both full and partial edentulism. The precise spatial relationship between the implants is critical for the passive fit of a prosthetic restoration. A problematic fit can lead to both mechanical problems (loosening or fracture of screws/components) and biological complications (peri-implantitis, bone loss).

Until recently, photogrammetry relied exclusively on extraoral cameras, with no information on the soft tissues or adjacent teeth, something that required an additional intraoral scan or a conventional impression. The new generation of intraoral scanners removes this limitation, simultaneously recording the position of the implants and the detailed topography of the surrounding tissues, while also being significantly more affordable than traditional systems.