Final answer:
Cephalometric X-rays are not typically used in the planning of dental implants, which makes option D the correct answer to the question.
Step-by-step explanation:
The types of images that may be prescribed during the planning phase and throughout dental implant treatment include:
- Periapical: This type of X-ray shows the entire tooth, from the crown to beyond the end of the root to where the tooth is anchored in the jaw. It is used to detect any unusual changes in the root and surrounding bone structures.
- Bitewing: This X-ray shows the upper and lower back teeth in one view. It is used to check for decay between teeth and the condition of previous dental work.
- Panoramic: It provides a broad overview of the entire mouth and is often used to plan treatment for dental implants, orthodontic treatments, extraction of wisdom teeth, and more.
- Cephalometric: Although useful in orthodontics for diagnosing dental malocclusions and planning treatment, cephalometric X-rays are generally not used in the planning of dental implants.
Therefore, the image not typically prescribed for dental implant treatment is D. Cephalometric.