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_i-CAT and Henry Schein Dental held the fall session of the 7th International Congress on 3D Dental Imaging from 25 to 26 October 2013 in Boston. According to organizers, this session informed, inspired and educated general dentists andspecialistsonthebenefitsofconebeamimaging for the modern-day dental practice. Experienced professionals delved into the many applications of 3-D dentistry for implants, ortho- dontics, TMD and airway diagnosis, oral and max- illofacial surgery and periodontics. 3-D technology has already become a valuable toolforfacilitatingefficiencyandaccuracyoftreat- ment planning for a more precise implementation bythedoctor.Thiseducationalopportunityallowed dental practitioners to experience real-world uti- lization of this technology. Lectures ranged from basic information ses- sions to detailed clinical use and hands-on training with 3-D planning software programs. Attendees heard from knowledgeable industry experts and colleagues who shared their perspectives on real 3-D imaging applications during main podium lectures and breakout sessions. To maximize the learning opportunities at the conference, small group sessions allowed attendees to meet, so- cialize, and exchange insights with the experts in cone beam 3-D imaging. Clinicians also benefited from networking op- portunities with colleagues from around the world. Partners and vendors demonstrated 3-D imaging tools and options, supporting 3-D products for imaging,implant,restorativesystems,orthodontics and 3-D treatment-planning software. “It is clear that we are all very passionate about our involvement with CBCT imaging, as evidenced by the exceptional presentations representing the state-of-the-art modalities combined with the positive interactions and feedback from partici- 46 I I meetings _ 3-D Dental Imagining cone beam1_2014 International Congress on 3D Dental Imaging Fig. 1 CBE0114_46-47_iCat 31.01.14 15:54 Seite 1