1Assistant Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore-560054
2Professor & Head, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore-560054
3Reader, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore-560054
In the field of dentistry, for accurate diagnosis and treatment, radiographic examination is plays a vital part. Imaging modalities have evolved over time, right from two-dimensional imaging including conventional film and digital image receptors to advanced three dimensional imaging including Computed tomography, Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Imaging and others. Among the above CBCT has become a very important part of dental imaging and the basic knowledge of this imaging modality and its application is necessary for all the dentists. In this regard, this review provides insights into the various application of CBCT in Caries detection and Endodontics.
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), Caries Diagnosis, Apical Periodontitis, Vertical Root Fractures, Root Canal Anatomy, Dental Trauma
