Abstract

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was first introduced in the imaging of dental and maxillofacial region in 1997 and has been a major advancement in the imaging technologies available to the dental profession. It is now being widely used to obtain three dimensional information in complex cases such as impacted teeth, implant placement, temporomandibular joint disorders, complex endodontic cases, cleft palate, orthodontic and orthognathic surgery and evaluation of bony pathosis

Highlights

  • Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was first introduced in the imaging of dental and maxillofacial region in 1997 and has been a major advancement in the imaging technologies available to the dental profession

  • Facilities operating CBCT should have specific policies and procedures for dose optimization. These include, but are not limited to, custom examination exposure protocols taking into account patient body size, field limitation to the region of interest, and use of personal protective devices such as a lead apron and, where appropriate, a thyroid collar

  • The dental practitioner is responsible for the development of the program [1]

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Summary

Introduction

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was first introduced in the imaging of dental and maxillofacial region in 1997 and has been a major advancement in the imaging technologies available to the dental profession. It is being widely used to obtain three dimensional information in complex cases such as impacted teeth, implant placement, temporomandibular joint disorders, complex endodontic cases, cleft palate, orthodontic and orthognathic surgery and evaluation of bony pathosis

Individualized Approach for Ordering CBCT
Radiation safety and quality control
Liability of Imaging Findings
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