Radiology · single question
Which imaging modality is the standard of care for three-dimensional treatment planning of dental implant placement?
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Correct answer: C. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)
- A. Panoramic films give a 2D overview with distortion and no bucco-lingual dimension.
- B. Periapicals are 2D and limited in field.
- C. Correct. CBCT provides 3D bone volume, ridge width, and proximity to vital structures (IAN, sinus) needed for implant planning.
- D. Occlusal films are 2D and used for localization, not implant volumetrics.