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This study evaluates the effects of alcohol immersion, alcohol spray, low temperature, and steam sterilization on the dimensional stability of surgical guides to ensure accurate implant placement and reduce failure. One standard dental model was scanned using a laboratory scanner. Ninety guides were printed and were then divided into six groups allocated as control, alcohol spray, alcohol immersion with ultrasonication, low-temperature dry sterilization, and two autoclave methods. Specimens were stored in dry\u2013dark media and scanned at 0, 3, and 7 days, with dimensional changes assessed using CloudCompare. The Shapiro\u2013Wilk, Levene\u2019s, Repeated measures one-way ANOVA, and Tukey\u2019s post hoc tests were used to determine statistical differences. Time significantly affects stability, with RMS values improving over time. Autoclave 121 \u00b0C and low-temperature 54 \u00b0C sterilization showed the lowest RMS values, indicating better stability. 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