Various imaging modalities for the investigation of dental implant-A cross-sectional study Mounika S.1,*, Dr. Goundar Revathy2 1BDS Student, Saveetha Dental college, 162 Poonamallee High Road, Velappanchavadi, Chennai-600077 2Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Prosthodontics, Saveetha Dental college, 162 Poonamallee High Road, Velappanchavadi, Chennai-600077 *Corresponding Author E-mail: mouni.s1508@gmail.com
Online published on 2 March, 2017. Abstract Aim The aim of the study is to investigate the various types of imaging techniques used in the dental implants. Objective The study concentrates on the analysis of various types of imagining techniques used in the dental implant cases. Background Dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into the jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants may be optional for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal diseases, an injury, or some other reasons. Implant imaging provides accurate and reliable diagnostic information about the patient's proposed implant site. It includes intra oral and extra oral radiographs. Reason To gain knowledge about the various imaging techniques used in the dental implant diagnosis and prognosis. Top Keywords Dental implants, imaging, radiographs. Top |