Radiographically, they are small unilocular or larger multilocular well defined non-corticated radiolucencies, triangular or crescent in shape, with the base apically between adjacent roots of vital teeth. They are often misdiagnosed as periodontitis. SOT should be suspected where isolated periodontal defects occur without obvious risk factors.
Radiologically, they are small, unilocular or larger multilocular well-defined non-corticated radiolucencies that have a triangular or crescent shape with the base located between the roots of vital teeth. They are often mistaken for periodontitis and should be suspected when isolated periodontal defects occur without apparent risk factors.