To what degree does a 3d ct for dental implants show the internal hardness of a jawbone before the surgery begins? what if implant placement aborted?

CBCT: Has a predictive value for preparation and selection of the patients for dental implants. Based on its radiographic appearance and the resistance at drilling there are 4 types of jaw bone. Type i and ii are the best. Although the surgeon can control most factors associated with implant biointegration, bone density is the one factor that cannot be controlled. If implant is rejected - bone grafting.

More predictable: While a cbct scan can predidict success and bone type, it can maximize the actually position of the dental implant to help maximize success. An implant can be placed, but once it has integrated, factors like restorability, esthetics and function all come into play and these must be considered into the success of the implant. The cbct scan helps to insure the implant is in oral symmetry.

3d is here to stay: 3d cone beam technology is quickly becoming the standard of care for dental implant imaging and treatment planning. Many types of software associated with this technology have the ability to determine hounsfield units, which is used to quantify bone radiodensity. 3d treatment planning allows for optimal surgical success.

3D imaging/Implants: Yes 3D imaging is great. Shows bone density quality and quality. The computerized image will demonstrate the correct angle and placement of the implant and the maximum length too. A surgical guide can be made from the 3D as well. I always use them. Loss of implant occur less than 1% of the time. Mostly during the 1st year. Rarely ;latter.

Variable: The 3D scan gives us useful information about the location of structures (nerves sinuses,etc.)which are important to note before surgery.It also gives us info about defects and other objects (screws, wires, implants) which need consideration.We can get a relative idea about the density of the bone, but no real concrete data.We quantify in Hirshfeld units, but this is relative.Must see and feel it.