2-Day Comprehensive CBCT Mastery Course
Didactic Foundations & Hands-On Clinical Interpretation
2-Day Comprehensive CBCT Mastery Course
Didactic Foundations & Hands-On Clinical Interpretation
This intensive two-day program is designed to provide clinicians with a comprehensive, systematic, and clinically applicable approach to CBCT application and interpretation across multiple disciplines, including implant dentistry, endodontics, TMJ evaluation, airway assessment, and maxillofacial pathology.
Dr. Lavasani is the most popular speaker today on CBCT Interpretation and Assessment.
Day One establishes the essential scientific and diagnostic foundation for responsible CBCT use. Participants will review the fundamental principles of CBCT imaging, including image acquisition, voxel size, field of view selection, artifacts, limitations, and optimization of image quality. Essential concepts in radiation dose, and current safety protocols will be discussed to ensure ethical and compliant imaging practices.
A comprehensive review of relevant craniofacial anatomy within a CBCT volume will follow, along with systematic evaluation of odontogenic, non-odontogenic pathologies including key radiographic signs suggestive of malignancy. Clinical applications in implant planning, sinus augmentation, endodontic diagnosis, TMJ assessment, airway evaluation, nerve mapping, and prevention of surgical complications will be emphasized. A structured, step-by-step CBCT interpretation strategy will be introduced to promote diagnostic accuracy and reduce blind spots.
Day Two is fully interactive and case-based. Participants will work directly with CBCT software to navigate volumes and apply the structured interpretation protocol across a wide range of real clinical cases. Guided evaluation will include implant site analysis, measurement, nerve marking, sinus assessment, complex root canal anatomy, reason for endodontic failures, TMJ pathology, airway evaluation, graft healing comparison, impacted teeth relationships, nerve proximity assessment, and identification of incidental or pathologic findings.
Practical strategies for integrating comprehensive CBCT interpretation into daily clinical workflow will be emphasized, strengthening diagnostic confidence, interdisciplinary communication, and medico-legal protection.
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Explain the fundamental principles of CBCT imaging, including voxel size, field of view selection, artifacts, limitations, and image optimization.
- Identify normal craniofacial anatomy and critical neurovascular structures relevant to surgical and restorative planning.
- Implement a structured, step-by-step protocol to systematically evaluate the entire CBCT volume and reduce diagnostic blind spots.
- Utilize CBCT for implant planning, including assessment of bone quality, ridge morphology, sinus lift planning, and nerve proximity to prevent surgical complications.
- Interpret complex endodontic findings, including missed canals, resorptive lesions, root morphology variations, and causes of endodontic failure.
- Assess TMJ anatomy and recognize radiographic features of degenerative joint disease and other arthritic conditions.
- Analyze impacted teeth relationships and nerve-root proximity to guide surgical extraction planning.
- Evaluate graft healing through comparison of pre- and post-operative CBCT scans.
- Demonstrate hands-on CBCT navigation skills to confidently interpret scans across multiple clinical disciplines
2026 COURSE LOCATIONS & DATES
TAMPA, FL
July 17-18, 2026
Wiedemann/Goldman Dental Institute
15436 N. Florida Ave, #102
Tampa, FL 33613
LA/WOODLAND HILLS, CA
August 15-16, 2026
Vista Institute
6325 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #101
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Pricing
Friday (Didactic Only)
EARLY BIRD
(30 days prior to course)
$845
REGULAR PRICE
(Less than 30 days prior to course)
$895
Friday & Saturday (Didactic & Hands-On)
EARLY BIRD
(30 days prior to course)
$1790
REGULAR PRICE
(Less than 30 days prior to course)
$1890
Speaker
Dr. Setareh Lavasani is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and recognized leader in oral and maxillofacial radiology and advanced imaging, known for elevating diagnostic accuracy through CBCT. A Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist, she is a Tenured Full Professor and Director of Oral Radiology & Advanced Imaging at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. She also holds a Certificate in AI in Dentistry from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She is the founder of the Lavasani Diagnostic Institute (www.lavasanidx.com), where she provides CBCT reporting services and delivers high-impact continuing education courses focused on real-world, case-based learning. With over two decades of experience, she empowers clinicians to confidently interpret CBCT, detect critical findings, and improve patient outcomes. Dr. Lavasani serves as the 2026 President of the Tri-County Dental Society and as a Delegate to the California Dental Association House of Delegates. She is the recipient of WesternU’s Distinguished Faculty Award and has been nationally recognized by Incisal Edge’s 40 Under 40 and Dentistry Today’s Leading Women in Dentistry. She is also a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.
