HATFIELD, Pennsylvania--The Second International Congress on 3-D Dental Imaging was held July 25-27 in Lake Tahoe, Nev.
This was the second annual event of its kind and brought together many of the industry's top dental professionals, cone beam 3-D experts, and third party software planning companies.
The event was held to inform and educate dental professionals on the continued advancements in the 3-D dental imaging industry. Host of the congress was Imaging Sciences International, the manufacturer of i-CAT. More than 130 people attended the event.
Industry experts presented the latest 3-D imaging advancements and techniques. They discussed the importance of capturing a patient's true anatomy to see and plan for surgery in advance, as well as the dentist's responsibility to the patient while examining 3-D scans.
Speakers and topics included:
Dr. Kathleen Roth, immediate past president of the American Dental Association
The New "Face" of Dentistry--Where is Technology Taking Us
Dr. Richard Monahan, department head, Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, University of Illinois, Chicago
Radiation: Definition, application, control; Why we love 2-D Imaging; 3-D Digital Options: Advantages and Limitations
Dr. Peter Moy, director of Implant Dentistry, UCLA, Straumann Surgical Dental Center and Nobel Biocare Surgical Fellow Program
The Changing Face of Implant Dentistry: Improvements in Imaging and Software Programs to Enhance Patient Care
Dr. Scott Ganz, assistant editor, Implant Dentistry
CBCT--Crossing the Boundaries: Educational and Interdisciplinary Benefits
Dr. David Hatcher, associate professor, University of California San Francisco, University of Pacific, ddi Imaging Center
Recognizing Pathology with 3-D Technology
Dr. Ed Lin, orthodontist
Practical experiences with the benefits of 3-D imaging for diagnostics and therapeutic patient care utilizing third party software
Dr. Michael Pikos, adjunct assistant professor, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery; Ohio State University, University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University
Digitally Guided Bone Augmentation TM: A Three-Dimensional Synergy of Interactive CT Planning/Soft and Hard Tissue Grafting for Optimal Esthetic Zone Rehabilitation
Dr. David Way, Board Certified orthodontist
The Path to Excellence: The one appointment, comprehensive initial orthodontic examination and treatment presentation utilizing CBCT
Dr. Brian Young, clinical director, Institute for Guided Implant Surgery
Predictable Implant Outcomes Using CBCT and a Nobel Guided Surgery System
Art Curley, attorney, senior trial attorney, Bradley, Curley, Asiano, Barrabee & Gale, P.C
Technology and Dental Law--3-D Imaging, Informed Refusal and Standard of Care
"We are extremely pleased with this year's International Congress on 3-D Dental Imaging," says Bob Joyce, president of Imaging Sciences International. "The level of participation and attendance from some of the industry's top doctors reflects very strong interest in 3-D dental imaging technology. Imaging Sciences is thrilled to have brought this event to the dental community for a second year in a row. As more and more practitioners adopt 3-D technology as the standard of care, we will continue to provide the dental community with education and information dedicated to improving diagnosis and patient care."
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