Different imaging modalities are available in the field of endodontics. Conventional two-dimensional imaging has been used in this field for several decades. The introduction of three-dimensional imaging of CBCT has overcome several limitations encountered in two-dimensional imaging of conventional radiography. CBCT provides useful information before and after primary root canal treatment, surgical and nonsurgical retreatment and regenerative endodontics. Although CBCT has proven to be beneficial during several phases of root canal treatment, however some limitations are encountered in interpretation. The aim of this lecture is to highlight the advantages and limitations of CBCT in endodontics and to provide an insight during interpretation of CBCT images.
Objectives
- Provide information about different imaging techniques in endodontics.
- Discus advantages and limitations of CBCT in endodontics.
- Give an idea about several tools that could be used to improve the interpretation of CBCT.