Using cone-beam computed tomography in oral surgery and endodontics

Kim,  Gyu-Tae

doi:2010.48.10.729

J Korean Dent Assoc > Volume 48(10); 2010 > Article

Journal of Korean Dental Association 2010;48(10):729-737.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2010.48.10.002 Published online October 31, 2010.

외과학과 근관치료학 영역에서 콘빔형전산화단층영상 활용

김규태

경희대학교 치의학전문대학원, 구강악안면방사선학교실

Using cone-beam computed tomography in oral surgery and endodontics

Gyu-Tae Kim

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University

Abstract

The use of cone-beam computed tomography(CBCT) image has been increased. Usually, the dentists use this images for the implant or orthodontic treatment. In this article, CBCT examples for oral surgery and endodontics are presented. CBCT is very useful when dentists extract teeth or provide endodontic treatment. The disadvantage of the CBCT image is also discussed simply. Clinicians could provide higher quality of medical care with CBCT.

Key Words: Cone-Beam Computed Tomography;Surgery;Oral;Endodontics;