X-ray images are mostly needed in order to diagnose the problems of our patients who apply to dentistry clinics with many complaints. In cases where the diagnosis cannot be made with conventional x-ray techniques, it may be necessary to resort to advanced imaging techniques such as cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Although CBCT applications provide lower x-ray spread compared to imaging methods with computed tomography, when pediatric dentistry applications are considered, the high x-ray spread compared to conventional x-rays requires careful selection of areas of use in children. Since children are highly sensitive to ionizing radiation, exposure should be kept reasonably low. There are a significant number of published guidelines on the clinical use of CBCT in the literature. However, there is limited literature information on when and how often CBCT is indicated in pediatric dentistry. The purpose of this article is to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy and usage areas of CBCT in pediatric dentistry.
cone beam computered tomography pediatric dentistry dental imaging
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Eczacılık ve İlaç Bilimleri |
Bölüm | Reviews |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 6 Nisan 2022 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2022 Cilt: 2 Sayı: 2 |