Accuracy of Cone-beam Computed Tomographic Image Interpretation by Endodontists and Endodontic Residents.

Introduction: Limited field cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging has become a modality frequently used by endodontists to evaluate the teeth and surrounding tissues of their patients. Accurate image interpretation is vital to obtain needed treatment information as well as to discern coincidental findings that could be present. The goal of this study was to determine the accuracy of CBCT volume interpretation when performed by endodontists and endodontic residents.

Evaluation of Web-Based Interactive Instruction in Intraoral and Panoramic Radiographic Anatomy.

The objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of Web-based interactive modules in the instruction of dental hygiene students on intraoral and panoramic radiographic landmarks. The experimental group studied these landmarks as presented on interactive Web-based modules instead of in classroom presentations. The control group (the previous year's class) received instruction in the traditional classroom format.

Evaluation of 4 Commercial Viewing Devices for Radiographic Perceptibility and Working Length Determination.

Introduction: This study compared images displayed on 1 desktop monitor, 1 laptop monitor, and 2 tablets for the detection of contrast and working length interpretation, with a null hypothesis of no differences between the devices.

Methods: Three aluminum blocks, with milled circles of varying depth, were radiographed at various exposure levels to create 45 images of varying radiographic density. Six observers viewed the images on 4 devices: Lenovo M92z desktop (Lenovo, Beijing, China), Lenovo Z580 laptop (Lenovo), iPad 3 (Apple, Cupertino, CA), and iPad mini (Apple).

Cone beam computed tomography in dental education: a survey of US, UK, and Australian dental schools.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is an excellent three-dimensional (3D) imaging modality. Traditional dental education has focused on teaching conventional (2D) imaging. The aims of this survey-based study were therefore to evaluate the incorporation of CBCT teaching in both the predoctoral/undergraduate (D.

Comparison of cone-beam computed tomography and periapical radiography in predicting treatment decision for periapical lesions: a clinical study.

Objectives. To compare the ability of endodontists to determine the size of apical pathological lesions and select the most appropriate choice of treatment based on lesions' projected image characteristics using 2 D and 3 D images. Study Design.

A retrospective comparison of the location and diameter of the inferior alveolar canal at the mental foramen and length of the anterior loop between American and Taiwanese cohorts using CBCT.

Purpose: The aim was to retrospectively compare the measurements of the location and size of the inferior alveolar canal at the mental foramen and the length of the anterior loop between two cohorts of Americans and Taiwanese using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Methods: CBCT was performed with an I-CAT(®) Cone-Beam 3D Dental Imaging System and reconstructed into multiple-plane views to measure two populations.

Results: There was no statistically significant difference (P = 0.

High-flow arteriovenous malformations of the mandible and the maxilla: report of 2 cases.

Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare vascular lesions that can be life-threatening due to potential massive hemorrhage. AVMs can be subdivided according to the type of vessel involved (capillary, venous, and arterial) and can be categorized, according to hemodynamic features, into high-flow and low-flow lesions. AVM of the jaws is an uncommon disease.

Radiographic diagnosis of synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint: a case report.

Synovial chondromatosis is a rare, benign condition that usually affects the larger diarthroidal joints of the axial skeleton. Approximately 120 cases of synovial chondromatosis involving the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) have been reported. People with this condition may present with swelling, pain, intracapsular sounds and limitation of mandibular movement.