Fig. 3
From: A novel method for periapical microsurgery with the aid of 3D technology: a case report
a The template was fabricated exactly as designed with an equivalent thickness. b The disinfected template was positioned on the real teeth and checked. c A full-thickness marginal flap was prepared with a primary incision in the gingival sulcus and the relieving incision as vertical as possible to avoid severing supra-periosteal vessels and collagen fibres. d The reflection of the flap and the exposure of the lesion. e Sling suture to the buccal mucosa. f The template was placed in position and checked