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CBCT Training & Hands On Courses

Cone beam computerized technology (CBCT) offers 3-dimensional visualization and more accurate imaging compared to analog and digital radiographs. This cutting-edge imaging technology enhances the dental practice. An adequate training and education program on its utilization and diagnostic-therapeutic potential while considering the risk benefit of ionizing radiation to patients proves prudent for an efficient dental practice.

This course will provide the practitioner with a thorough knowledge of the principles behind CBCT, including: CBCT image and technique selection; reducing radiation risk; understanding 3-D anatomical variations; recognizing key pathological processes; and the process of CBCT interpretation and reporting. The course content will follow the guidelines. provided by European Academy of DentoMaxillofacial Radiology - Framework for Specialist Training in Dental & Maxillofacial Radiology 2008.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The course will provide an understanding of basic working principles of CBCT and radiation protection

Knowledge of the normal anatomical features seen on images taken of the teeth, oral cavity, jaws, facial structures and of the head and neck region.

A deep insight into applications of CBCT scans in various realms of dentistry and beyond.

Practical training sessions and hands-on case interpretations of volumes on CBCT software.

COURSE CONTENTS

Basic

Day 1 What is CBCT?

Setting up a CBCT Office
A brief insight on available machines & numerous softwares
Operational parameters and device settings
Radiation Hazards and Dosimetry
Knowledge and understanding of the relevant national regulations and guidelines of the country:

Brief insights on

Anatomic review in various anatomic planes
Artefacts on CBCT
Interpretation of the images of disorders that affect the oral & maxillofacial region.
Knowledge and understanding of the diseases that affect the oral & maxillofacial region Introduction to the software followed by software training (nerve mapping, generating sections and understanding of planes).

Day 2 & 3

CBCT in Endodontics - Imaging protocols & interpretation of aberrant canal anatomy, localisation of accessory canals, calcified canals, root fractures, broken instruments, pulp stones etc.
CBCT in pathologies of jaws and surgical planning
CBCT in Pedodontics- considerations for a child patient.
CBCT in periodontology - periodontal bone defects, bone grafting
CBCT in Orthodontics, Impacted teeth and malocclusions
Image guided implant planning and assessment

Day 4 Case discussions

Advance Module

Module 1

Digital Implant planning using digital impressions and CBCT scan on advanced implant planning software
Fabrication of surgical guides for implant placement.

Module 2

An insight into CBCT Sialography
Sleep disorders
Airway analysis and TMJ analysis
PNS study

MENTORS

Dr Vasu Siddhartha Saxena

BDS (King George Medical College, Lucknow) and MDS (Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai) is a Gold Medallist and has expertise in Maxillofacial Radiology. Dr. Vasu is a Professor at Career Dental College in Lucknow and has a special interest in advanced imaging modalities like CT & CBCT. He also runs a successful chain of Maxillofacial Imaging centers in Lucknow by the name Raydent and regularly conducts interactive sessions at private and professional institutes on CBCT and its various application.

Dr Srishti Tayal

Dr Srishti Tayal is a gold medallist and completed her master’s in maxillofacial radiology at JSS Dental College, Mysuru. She specializes in maxillofacial radiology with a keen interest in advanced imaging modalities like CT & CBCT and has been awarded numerous research grants for the same. She runs a successful chain of Maxillofacial Imaging centers in Gurugram by the name Radiodent and heads the maxillofacial radiology wing at the House of Diagnostics. She regularly conducts interactive sessions at private and professional institutes on CBCT and its various application.

Dr Suresh M. Ludhwani

Dr Suresh Ludhwani completed his master’s in maxillofacial radiology at Ahmedabad Dental College followed by post graduate diploma in oral implantology from D.Y. Patil College, Pune. He further got trained in Germany and Poland for 3d printing. He is currently running a chain of diagnostic centers in Gujarat by the name OROSCAN and regularly conducts interactive sessions at private and professional institutes on 3D Printing in Medicine/Dentistry and its various application.