Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development

A review to evaluate the use of cbct in recognising vertical root fractures.

The usage of cbct in dentistry is vast. Determining the bone density, width, height and its surrounding structure is of at most importance while doing any procedure. Cbct aids in providing such information and helps in delivering better treatment. Vertical root fracture involves either partial or complete rupture of the tooth root structure that extends along the vertical root axis. They can be internal or external origin and also enter through the periodontal space. It also involves the whole length of the root or only a section of it involving only one or both sides of the root. Early detection of vertical root fracture is important to prevent extensive and Additional damage to the periodontal tissues and also unnecessary treatment costs. Radiographic examination is limited to 2 dimensions leading to overlap of adjacent structures that commonly masks the fracture and also aids in false negative diagnosis. Cbct is a 3-dimensional imaging modality that is very accurate in detecting vertical root fractures. It solely focuses on the presence or absence of the fracture and also I. Determine the fracture line pathway. It helps in better Visualization of the landmarks and improves treatment regime. but it lacks the ability to detect in the presence of radio opaque materials like root canal materials. Hence a systematic review of usage of cbct in detection of vertical root fracture is to be done by using articles from PubMed and Scopus database.