PURPOSE The aim of this study was to analyze the presence of the RMF in mandibles, considering gender and ethnic group. The RMC was also analyzed using periapical radiography. METHODS Eighty-six mandibles from adult individuals of both sexes, of white and black skin colours were analyzed. The presence of RMF (bilateral or unilateral) was observed, with the side and the number of foramina in e...

Aim: To evaluate the accuracy of panoramic radiography in determining dentin thickness danger zone (DZ) using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging to examine thicknesses mandibular molars at different levels. Materials and Methods: For study, 250 were selected. Dentine measured on radiography. On CBCT view, dentine mesiobuccal (MB), mesiolingual (ML), distal roots measured. The referenc...

AIM To investigate the quality of periapical radiographic images produced by two digital dental radiography systems, a charge-coupled device (CCD) and a photostimulable phosphor (PSP) image plate system, and to examine the overall radiation exposure when using these systems in a clinical setting. METHODOLOGY Patients were randomly allocated to both systems and the resultant radiographs rated ...

The roots of two incisors were treated by apicoectomy and a retrograde dentin-bonded composite filling. Periapical healing was observed a few months later by radiography. Later, due to root fracture and marginal bone resorption, the apical parts were removed including adjacent periapical bone. A histological and scanning electron microscopic examination of the tissue showed reformation of perio...

Background: Radiation doses associated with the conventional dental radiographies are relatively low, but their number is high. Therefore, justification is necessary to ensure that radiation doses to patients, particularly children, are kept as low as reasonably achievable. Materials and Methods: The exposure factors applied for real patients in four age groups (5, 10, 15-year-old and adult) we...

Periapical radiography is a routine radiographic procedure performed by dentists on daily basis. It can be taken with two techniques, the paralleling technique (P tech) and bisecting angle (B tech). This systematic review aimed to identify relevant literature, compare use of P B techs across various dental specialties, determine most appropriate used for different purposes in taking periapical ...