Implant Planning - Radiographic Assessment course for Dental Practice

This session describes the radiological investigations used in implant planning (including cone-beam computed tomography). In addition, the current selection criteria are summarised.

Learning objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• describe the radiographic techniques that can be used to assess the alveolar bone prior to implant placement
• recognise normal anatomical structures on dental radiographs
• compare the radiation doses associated with each technique
• outline the selection criteria for cross sectional imaging
• use cross sectional images to classify bone types

Imaging is essential when considering alveolar bone implants as it helps determine the optimum site to place the implant.