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During this premium 5-day CBCT course programme you will learn to interpret CBCT images, understand effective patient doses and the aspects that influence image quality. By the end of the week, you will practice advanced image manipulation and analysis with exercises related to implantology, orthodontics and endodontics.
Day 1: 3D Imaging and Diagnostics
Principles of dental imaging
2D and 3D imaging in dentistry
Basic dental anatomy revisited + 3D anatomy (+ exercises)
3D image analysis: introduction
CBCT and 3D image analysis
Diagnostic applications of CBCT
Basic dental pathology examples and software considerations
Small, medium & large field-of-view CBCT
Principles of use, dosimetry and radioprotection exercises (imaging protocols)
Day 2: 3D Imaging and Diagnostics
Interpretation principles in radiology
3D image manipulation and planning
Diagnostic considerations for endo/perio/prostho/ortho
CBCT diagnostics: indications and pathology
Pathology examples and exercises
Advanced image analyses: 3D manipulation
3D visualization techniques
Artifacts: practical considerations
Day 3: Advanced 3D Diagnostics
CBCT integration in clinical practices
How to acquire adequate CBCT images
Patient dose vs. image quality
Hands-on: influence of exposure parameters on image quality
Hands-on: how to assure image quality
European guidelines on CBCT use, selection criteria of clinical indications
Technological and exposure parameters. Influence on different diagnostic cases
Case series on exposure parameter and quality assurance
Software analysis exercises
Day 4: Advanced 3D Diagnostics
Advanced image manipulation: 3D objects, segmentation and MPR reconstructions for specific diagnostic cases
Advanced analysis exercises for implants (Optical scan fusion), for Orthodontics (3D models and segmentation), and for endodontics
Advanced head and neck diagnostics using CBCT: reporting on advanced cases
Pathology examples and exercises
Day 5: Planmeca Digital Perfection Tour
Factory tour - Planmeca dental units
Welcome to Planmeca Group - Company presentation
Planmeca imaging units - Hands-on with Planmeca specialist
Planmeca Romexis® software - Showcasing the latest features of the world-leading imaging software
VR - implant planning in virtual reality
Planmeca CAD/CAM solutions - Showcasing the latest development in CAD/CAM
Planmeca dental units - Hands-on demonstration
CBCT Hands-on Training
The program will include training with Planmeca’s latest products Planmeca Viso™, Planmeca Romexis® 5.2 software and using the Planmeca ProMax™ 3D imaging equipment.
Designed and lectured by leading European clinician, respected researcher and founder of an advanced oral imaging center, Dr. Bart Vandenberghe.
2010–2015 Lecturer, Prosthetic Dentistry Department of the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KU Leuven), Belgium 2010 PhD in Medical Sciences, researching 2D and 3D imaging techniques for periodontal diagnosis, KU Leuven, Belgium 2007–2008 Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Diagnostic Sciences and Pathology, University of Maryland, United States 2007 Research Scholar, Tufts University in Boston, United States 2005–2006 Research Scholar, Temple University in Philadelphia, United States 2007, 2005 Master’s Degree in Medical Imaging and Master’s in Dentistry, KU Leuven, Belgium
A trip to Finland that you will never forget – Experience social activities and networking like no other dental CE program in Europe!
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Group size: 15 persons
The price includes training, course materials, lunches, two dinners and evening activities during the courses. Accommodation for 5 nights can be included, if needed.