Course Description
This engaging and practical course offers dental clinicians a thorough introduction to small field-of-view Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging. Through a blend of didactic sessions and hands-on training, participants will explore the core principles of CBCT, including radiation physics and biology, appropriate imaging prescription, volume acquisition, interpretation, and structured reporting.
Special attention will be given to the use of CBCT software, with a focus on the interpretation and reporting of dentoalveolar CBCT (DACT) volumes. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start integrating CBCT imaging into clinical practice.
This course fulfills the educational requirements of the RCDSO Standard of Practice – Dental CT Scanners standard for the operation of CBCT systems, making it an essential step for clinicians adopting this advanced imaging technology.
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- Participants are required to use a Windows laptop (running Microsoft Windows 10/11).
- Participants cannot share laptops, everyone needs their own
- Participants are required to have competency in the following computer skills: downloading files, installation and troubleshooting of software installation.
- Participants must have a stable internet connection.
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- Understand the principles of CBCT imaging including radiation physics, biology, and safety, as well
as the appropriate clinical indications for prescribing CBCT in dental practice. - Develop familiarity in CBCT image acquisition and software navigation to competently obtain and
manipulate small field-of-view volumes for diagnostic purposes. - Interpret and report dentoalveolar CBCT (DACT) imaging studies in compliance with professional
standards and regulatory guidelines, including those set by the RCDSO.
- Understand the principles of CBCT imaging including radiation physics, biology, and safety, as well
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Virtual portions of the course will be held on Zoom.
Instructions will be sent to you by email closer to the course start date on how to access the Zoom meeting.
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Please arrive within 30 minutes before the course start time to sign in.
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Friday, February 19, 20279:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Virtual (on Zoom)
Saturday, February 20, 20279:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Virtual (on Zoom)
Sunday, February 21, 20278:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.Chestnut Conference Centre
89 Chestnut Street, Toronto
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Complimentary coffee/tea and lunch are provided for course participants on Sunday. Please indicate any dietary restrictions upon registration.
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Cancellations made more than 10 calendar days before the course start date will receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 10 calendar days of the course start date.
Refunds will not be issued for registrants who do not attend, regardless of reason for absence.
Registrations cannot be transferred to another individual.
To cancel your registration, please follow the link and instructions provided in the registration confirmation email. If you are eligible for a refund, the refund will be processed automatically upon cancellation. Please allow 3-5 business days for the transaction to be completed.
Continuing Dental Education (University of Toronto) reserves the right to cancel courses due to insufficient registrations, instructor cancellation, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In the event of course cancellation, a full refund will be issued, and registrants will be notified promptly. We are not liable for any associated losses, damages, or expenses, including travel and accommodations.
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After completing this course, a certificate of completion that indicates the number of Continuing Education (CE) points earned will be sent to you within 7-10 days by email.
Instructors
Dr. Teodora Gheorghe is a licensed Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist and an Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream) at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. She is a course director for undergraduate oral radiology courses. As well, Dr. Gheorghe teaches graduate specialty residents in oral and maxillofacial radiology. Dr. Gheorghe’s current research interests include linking musculoskeletal structure and function through ultrasound, dental education, and interesting pathologic investigations.
Dr. Kester Ng is a licensed specialist in oral and maxillofacial radiology. He completed his DDS, MSc, and specialty training in oral and maxillofacial radiology at the University of Toronto and is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. He divides his time between private oral radiology practice and serving as a part-time clinical instructor and guest lecturer in undergraduate oral radiology at the University of Toronto.