Importance of CBCT in Implantology in the Pre and Post-Surgical Phase
Authors
- Pedro Abecasis Dentist specialist in oral surgery, Professor of radiology at IUEM, Lisbon, Professor of radiodiagnosis at UIC, Barcelona
- Rita Sofia Department of Odontology, University of Catalonia, Catalonia, Spain
- Santiago Jaureguy Department of Advanced Oral Radio-Diagnosis, University of Catalonia, Catalonia, Spain
- Araceli Martinez Miravé Department of Head of Oral Radiology, University of Catalonia, Catalonia, Spain
Abstract
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has become a vital tool in implantology, playing a key role in both pre- and post-surgical phases. Preoperatively, CBCT provides detailed three-dimensional evaluation of anatomical structures, offering precise information on bone quality and quantity, as well as the location of critical structure. This accuracy enhances surgical planning, reducing intra- and postoperative risks and ensuring more precise implant placement. Post-surgically, CBCT is equally important for monitoring osseointegration and detecting potential complications, such as failed integration, infections, or implant misalignment. Its high-resolution imaging capabilities enable clinicians to make accurate therapeutic adjustments, improving treatment outcomes. Overall, CBCT improves decision-making in implantology, offering greater predictability and safety compared to traditional two-dimensional radiography, significantly enhancing the success rates of implant-based oral rehabilitation procedures.
