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 We are fast approaching the day when CT case planning will become a "standard procedure" within the treatment process in ensuring optimized results for implant patients. Through 3D visualization of the patient's anatomy, computer-guided treatment planning software can be used to help prevent mistakes and unpleasant surprises during implant surgery. By utilizing data processed from a CT scan, we are able to measure and locate vital structures such as the mandibular nerve, sinus cavities and nasal floor. Certain software programs also contain 3D images of implants, abutments and teeth, which allows for efficient, accurate and reliable planning of number of implants needed, implant position and size, and abutment selection. When the case is planned, a computer generated surgical guide is ordered to ensure the planned result is replicated in the real surgical situation. This program will present the practice and patient benefits of CT technology for increased accuracy and control of implant placement.

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to understand:

• The latest software tools: realistic implants, measurements, localization of vital structures, collision detection, bone quality and many others.
• Surgical guide types and how to design the right guide for their patient.
• How computer-guided treatment planning software can grow your implant business.

Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements used for tooth loss. The procedure is a form of prosthetic (artificial replacement) dentistry, it can also fall in to the category of cosmetic dentistry.

Although you have a number of options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as implants. In many cases, dental implants may be the only logical choice for the restoration of all necessary functionality of the teeth and supporting structures.