Background: Dental implant placement requires precise assessment of bone quality, density, anatomical structures, and available space. Conventional radiographs are often insufficient, whereas Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) provides three-dimensional visualization with high accuracy.
Aim: To evaluate the role and advantages of CBCT in planning and executing implant placement.
Methods: A prospective study was conducted on 60 patients requiring dental implants. Preoperative CBCT scans were analyzed to assess bone height, bone width, angulation, proximity to vital structures, and to plan implant size and position. Implant outcomes were followed for 6 months postoperatively.
Results: CBCT significantly enhanced implant planning and reduced intraoperative complications. Ideal implant angulation was achieved in 93.3% of cases, and improper implant positioning was reduced by 70% compared to conventional radiography-based planning.
Conclusion: CBCT is an essential imaging modality in implant planning, ensuring better precision, safety, and prognosis.