The Good, the Bad, and the Incidental: CBCT Cases Reviewed

Featuring: Martin E. Evers, DDS, MS, and Robert J. Timothy, DDS, MS

Thursday, March 11, 2027, 7 pm to 9 pm MST

Location: The University of Utah, School of Dentistry,  530 S. Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108

Dinner and Registration: 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm; Presentation: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

CDE Hours Awarded: 2 Lecture Hours

Conflicts of Interest: No Conflicts

Education Methods:  Live Lecture

Required Experience: Dental Professional

AGD subject codes: 730

External Funding: N/A

COURSE INFORMATION & WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has transformed diagnosis and treatment planning across all disciplines of dentistry, while also increasing the responsibility to recognize and appropriately manage findings within the scanned volume. This case-based lecture presents a collection of real-world CBCT examinations that highlight the “good” (valuable diagnostic findings that improved patient care), the “bad” (pathology, imaging pitfalls, and diagnostic challenges), and the “incidental” (unexpected findings beyond the area of clinical interest). Through an interactive review of diverse cases, participants will develop a systematic approach to CBCT interpretation, recognize common and uncommon findings, and gain practical insights for integrating CBCT into everyday clinical decision-making. Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic accuracy, incidental findings, and reporting considerations.

After completing this program, the dental professional should be able to:

• Recognize common pathologic, developmental, and anatomic findings in dentomaxillofacial CBCT examinations.
• Identify incidental findings outside the primary region of interest and discuss their potential clinical significance.
• Differentiate true pathology from normal anatomic variations and imaging artifacts that can mimic disease.
• Discuss reporting considerations, referral pathways, and professional responsibilities regarding CBCT interpretation and incidental findings.

Featured Speakers: Martin E. Evers, DDS, MS, and Robert J. Timothy, DDS, MS

Martin Evers, DDS, MS, received his dental training at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry and specialty training in Oral Radiology at UNC-Chapel Hill. After an amazing 21-year career in the United States Navy, Dr. Evers, a diplomate of the American Certifying Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (ACBOMR), currently teaches in the Oral Radiology section at the University of Utah School of Dentistry and consults for DRDx, an oral radiology image-reading service.  He enjoys spending time with his family and all things sports.

Robert J. Timothy, DDS, MS, Graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. After dental school, Dr. Timothy joined the U.S. Army Dental Corps and completed a one-year AEGD residency in general dentistry. After fulfilling his 3-year commitment, he returned to the Intermountain West and practiced in the southeast Idaho town of Montpelier. After 19 years in private practice, he returned to the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry to study oral and maxillofacial radiology. Upon graduation, he began his academic career at East Carolina School of Dental Medicine, where he served as the Unit Chief of Radiology. Dr. Timothy is currently an adjunct clinical professor at the University of Utah School of Dentistry and East Carolina School of Dental Medicine. He is a fellow of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and currently practices privately in oral radiology. 

Disclosure: 

*Neither the speaker(s), planner(s), nor anyone in control of content for this live activity has any financial relationship with commercial products or services discussed.