Applications of cone-beam computed tomography in fractures of the maxillofacial complex

Werner H. Shintaku; Jaqueline S. Venturin; Bruno Azevedo; Marcel Noujeim

doi:10.1111/j.1600-9657.2009.00795.x

Applications of cone-beam computed tomography in fractures of the maxillofacial complex

Werner H. Shintaku, Jaqueline S. Venturin, Bruno Azevedo, Marcel Noujeim

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Abstract

Imaging plays an essential role in the evaluation of maxillofacial fractures both pre- and postoperatively. Several studies support the use of conventional two-dimensional imaging for traumas involving mainly the mandible, but for more complex situations advanced imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging have higher indication. Nowadays, besides CT, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has appeared as a reasonable and reliable alternative considering radiation dosage, image quality and comfort for the patient. The purpose of this study was to review the fracture patterns involving the maxillofacial complex, provide a technical and practical comparison between CT and CBCT, and finally present the potential applications of CBCT illustrated with clinical examples.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	358-366
Number of pages	9
Journal	Dental Traumatology
Volume	25
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-9657.2009.00795.x
State	Published - Aug 2009
Externally published	Yes

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