The anterior loop is defined as where the mental neurovascular bundle crosses anterior to the mental foramen then doubles back to exit the mental foramen. It cannot be seen clinically but can be detected in 11-60% of panoramic radiographs. As this anatomical structure is important in determining the placement position of endosseous implants in the mandibular premolar region, a pilot study was u...

To evaluate the occurrence and morphological characteristics of related anatomical structures in anterior mental foramen region to verify measurement consistency by cone beam CT (CBCT) specimen measurement. Thirty-two mandibular specimens were selected measure relevant take CBCT images for 3D reconstruction using NNT-Viewer. The studies included diameter foramen, accessory median lingual distan...

In a randomized controlled clinical trial 110 edentulous patients with severe mandibular bone loss have been treated with ITI-dental implants using three different treatment strategies: (1) a mandibular overdenture supported by two implants with ball attachments, (2) two implants with an interconnecting bar or (3) by four interconnected implants. As implant surgery involves elevation of the muc...

Objectives. The region between mental foramens is considered as a zone of choice for implants. However, complications may arise due to an extension anterior to the mental foramen that forms the mandible incisive canal [MIC]. Our goal is to evaluate identification of MIC by both panoramic radiograph [PAN] and cone-beam computed tomography [CBCT]. Methods. 150 cases with bilateral MIC were analyz...

Aim: To determine the anatomical variation in mental foramen and to evaluate anterior loop population of Karachi with use cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Study Design: Prospective Place duration: Department Dental Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ibad Khan Institute Oral Health Sciences Dow University during September 2021 February 2022. Methodology: A group 160 subjects were included...