Intro to CBCT Interpretation, Part 1: Oral Cavity, Nasal Fossa, Paranasal Sinuses by Dr. Tony Mecham
About This Event
Important concepts and suggestions for CBCT Interpretation are discussed in this CE course. The most common findings in the oral cavity, nasal fossa and paranasal sinuses are all shown and explained as well as anatomical variations. Background concepts introduced include rules of thumb for CBCT interpretation, review of anatomical planes, meaning of different shades of gray, and comparison to two-dimensional panoramic imaging are discussed.
Cases of various common findings and anatomy in the oral cavity and paranasal sinuses are demonstrated. Concepts include artifact identification, how to distinguish a lesion arising in the sinus from one arising from bone or periapical region, identifying anatomical structures. Many different examples of the most common incidental findings in the paranasal sinuses and nasal fossae are shown. How to identify when a referral is needed for sinus or nasal fossa evaluation is also discussed.
Learning Objectives
- Understand and practice good rules of thumb for interpreting CBCT volumes
- Identify different anatomical planes and what different shades in a CBCT mean
- Identify normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and most common findings in the oral cavity
- Identify normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and most common findings in the nasal fossa
- Identify normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and most common findings in the paranasal sinuses
- Have an improved sense of when a CBCT volume including the oral cavity, nasal fossa, and paranal sinuses appears normal or requires a referral for further evaluation