Using Cone Beam CT for Immediate Implant Treatment Planning
Using Cone Beam CT for Immediate Implant Treatment Planning
An average alveolar dimension at anterior maxilla is approximately 18 ~ 19 mm in height and 8 ~ 9 mm in width for the selected population. At least one third of maxillary anterior teeth have buccal undercut with various depth and location. Careful treatment planning with CBCT is critical for successful implant placement, especially at the lateral incisor region due to limited availability of alveolar bone.
Conclusions
An average alveolar dimension at anterior maxilla is approximately 18 ~ 19 mm in height and 8 ~ 9 mm in width for the selected population. At least one third of maxillary anterior teeth have buccal undercut with various depth and location. Careful treatment planning with CBCT is critical for successful implant placement, especially at the lateral incisor region due to limited availability of alveolar bone.
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