Episode 663 · April 28, 2025

CBCT, AI, and Implant Success: Insights from Dr. Steven Vorholt

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Dr. Steven Vorholt

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Dr. Steven Vorholt embarked on a journey from Ohio to Arizona, ultimately establishing Santa Barbara dental-prosthetics and Implants in late 2023 in Santa Barbara, CA. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dr. Vorholt pursued education in Columbus, earning a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University in 2013.

Starting a private practice in Columbus post-graduation, Dr. Vorholt's passion for dental implant surgery grew, leading to a transition to Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2019. There, they focused exclusively on implants, engaging in education, teaching various courses, and mentoring numerous dentists through live surgery education.

Achieving distinctions such as Diplomate in the American Board of Oral Implantology in 2021 and Fellow in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry in 2022, Dr. Steven Vorholt became a notable figure in the field, presenting at the AAID Annual Conference and lecturing nationally on dental implant topics.

Returning to private practice in late 2022 as a traveling implantologist in the Greater Phoenix area, Dr. Steven Vorholt brought their expertise and mentorship to various practices and doctors, offering comprehensive care throughout the valley prior to establishing the new office in coastal Santa Barbara.

Episode Summary

In this episode, we’ll break down what to look for when purchasing a CBCT machine—and why the features a salesman highlights may not be the most important factors to consider. While we’ll focus primarily on how CBCT enhances implant procedures, the reality is that this technology benefits nearly every aspect of dentistry, improving outcomes across a wide range of treatments. If you’ve ever wondered whether CBCT is the missing piece in your practice, stay tuned—we’ve got the insights to help you make the right decision. Our guest is Dr. Steven Vorholt, a board certified dental implant specialist who practices in Santa Barbara, California. He has taught over 1,000 dentists place their first implants and thousands more through lectures, webinars, and podcasts. He is the host of The Full Arch Podcast.

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