🦷 Clinical Discussion: How much has 3D imaging changed your implant planning?

2D radiographs can hide important anatomy through superimposition, while CBCT allows clinicians to evaluate structures such as the inferior alveolar canal, mental foramen, maxillary sinus, and available bone in 3D.

For those placing implants:

Are there still situations where you’re comfortable planning from 2D imaging alone, or has CBCT become standard for virtually every implant case in your practice?

Curious to hear how different clinicians approach this — especially for straightforward single-tooth cases versus more complex implant surgery.

👇 Share your clinical perspective or experience below.