The most common use of CBCT in dentistry is during implant treatment. 3D site evaluation is integral to presurgical planning. This lecture will exhibit examples of the rare natural ideal ridge, but the focus will be on the much more common sites where ridge augmentation is part of the process. Different types of grafting procedures and materials will be discussed, viewing real life examples from CBCT. Sites will be assessed for integration and maturity. As immediate placement becomes more common the options and metrics for this will be viewed. Tips and tricks for accurate measurements are included.

Dr. Kate Dubois received her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and completed the prestigious General Practice Residency at the University of Washington.  She worked as a General Dentist throughout the Pacific Northwest for many years at positions ranging from Public Health to Private Practice.  Always keen on expanding her knowledge, her expansive participation in continuing education and practical know-how from different practice types led her to understand that Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology is a discipline that is of utmost importance to the field but underrepresented in both educational opportunities and as a dental specialty.   She returned to the University of Washington for certification as an Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist and in addition to running a private practice, lectures around the world on effective use of CBCT in Dentistry