CBCT and Oral Implantology – Free Hand to Digital

Cone-Beam CT is an essential prerequisite for any dental implant placement.
Decades ago, implants were placed freehand using only 2D imaging. However,
with the widespread availability of 3D imaging, the AAOMR recommended in
2012 that a CBCT scan be conducted before any implant procedure. This allows
for a clear 3D visualization of the implant site and surrounding anatomical
structures.
Since then, 3D imaging has advanced even further. Today, we cannot rely solely
on slices and measurements of the osteotomy site. We must go beyond! Digital
techniques such as guided surgery, 3D segmentation, and the superimposition of
additional scans, as well as functional registration of patient movements, help
make implant placement and subsequent restorative treatments more accurate
and personalized to each patient’s needs.
In this webinar, we will explore the current applications of CBCT in oral
implantology and how new digital tools and artificial intelligence are enhancing
the planning process.