Role of CT scanning in endodontics Makkar Sameer, Professor & HOD, Aggarwal Kanika, PG student, Aggarwal Anurag, Reader, Sharma Ruchi, Reader, Kumar Rajneesh, Reader Address for Correspondence: Dr. Kanika Aggarwal, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, National Dental College, Gulabgarh Road, Derra Bassi, Mohali. E-mail: kanu030385@gmail.com
Online published on 28 May, 2014. Abstract Radiographs traditionally form the backbone in the diagnosis, treatment procedures and follow-up of clinical cases. Radiology influences every step ranging from how we detect, treat and follow up the disease process. Radiology has developed from early days of Roentgen to the present digital era, three dimensional viewing of the pathologies via computed tomography and more recent cone beam computed tomography and tuned aperture computed tomography. Advances in imaging technology have revolutionized our ability to image and understand pathology on a macroscopic level. Therefore this review provides an overview of advanced imaging techniques to practice of endodontics. An evidence based approach to adoption of different imaging technologies is included to assist the practitioner with selection process of imaging modalities. Limitations and advantages of newly introduced imaging modalities are discussed briefly. Top Keywords Computed Tomography, Diagnosis, Endodontics. Top |