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Review
. 2020 Jul;36(3):217-224.
doi: 10.1007/s11282-019-00390-5. Epub 2019 May 17.

Cone-beam computed tomography imaging of dentoalveolar and mandibular fractures

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Cone-beam computed tomography imaging of dentoalveolar and mandibular fractures

Ulkem Aydin et al. Oral Radiol. 2020 Jul.

Abstract

Three-dimensional imaging methods have an important role in the diagnosis of dentomaxillofacial fractures that can not be seen on the plain films. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is one of the three-dimensional imaging methods and has facilitated dental professionals' access to cross-sectional imaging. CBCT units allow different technical parameters and the data acquired by CBCT, can be reformatted. Osseous structures are correctly examined with this technique but the technique is not useful for the examination of soft tissues. Therefore, the purpose of its use should be based on the expected diagnostic gain. The aim of this review is to present the use of CBCT with different multi-planar reformatted sections and three-dimensional reconstructions of dentoalveolar and mandibular fractures.

Keywords: Cone-beam computed tomography; Fractures; Maxillofacial injuries.

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