Revealing Accurate Diagnoses with CBCT

Dr. LaCouvée was confident in his decision to refer his patient, who exhibited moderate posterior bone loss with generalized recession, for endodontic and periodontic treatment. 

However, when the patient returned several months later with progressing bone loss, he knew he needed more information.

You’ll see:

• The original 2D scans that led Dr. LaCouvée to recommend nonsurgical treatment
• The 3D scan and subsequent analysis that led him to pivot and send his patient straight to an oral surgeon for extractions and bone grafting
• The ways in which Dr. LaCouvée used his 3D scan to collaborate with a broader team to gain clarity in diagnoses and create a clear and comprehensive treatment plan

Dr. Francis LaCouvée

Dr. Francis LaCouvée attended the University of Victoria and completed three years towards a microbiology and cellular physiology degree and was granted early admission to the UBC Faculty of Dentistry. Simultaneously, Francis enrolled in the Dental Officer Training Program with the Canadian Military.

Upon graduating from the four-year dental program, Francis was posted to Lahr, West Germany, as a One Canadian Division dentist from 1986-1990, with a final posting to Petawawa, Ontario, with the Canadian Airborne Regiment.