Application of CBCT in oral & maxillofacial surgery

Abstract

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is beneficial radiographic diagnostic tool in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS). It helps maxillofacial surgeons to develop treatment approach in various conditions. Study of head and neck structures three dimensionally allows surgeon to do planning accurately, as a result enhances operative precision, and assess post-operative result. CBCT imaging have specific indications and limitations. The purpose of this article is to focalize on the advantages, drawbacks, limitations, and clinical applications of CBCT as a headmost CT imaging technique in the OMF region.