| Abstract|| |
Introduction: Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used as a diagnostic tool, which aids in deciding the treatment plan in various fields of dentistry. In endodontics, CBCT is a useful tool in diagn
| Abstract|| |
Introduction: Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used as a diagnostic tool, which aids in deciding the treatment plan in various fields of dentistry. In endodontics, CBCT is a useful tool in diagnosing apical periodontitis, resorptions, perforation, root canal morphology, traumatic injuries, and voids. The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge attitude and practice in diagnosing and interpreting the endodontic treatment using CBCT among the endodontists. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted among endodontists. Overall, 97 participants were included in the survey and the questionnaire containing 15 closed-ended questions was administered to the participants. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. Results: On analyzing the response to the questionnaire, it was found that out of 97 participants, 24 had professional experience of more than 10 years. About 57% of participants preferred using digital radiographic technique for diagnosis. Majority of them were aware that CBCT is used for identifying location, size, and extent of periapical lesions. About 46% of participants stated that in detecting voids, CBCT was thrice significant compared with periapical radiography. According to 31% of the endodontists, CBCT was not reliable to detect vertical root fracture. It was found that 63% of the endodontists said they have not undergone any training or workshop in CBCT. Conclusion: This research study revealed that adequate training and skills are required in interpreting CBCT in endodontic treatment procedure among endodontists.
Keywords: Cone beam computed tomography, diagnosis, endodontists, questionnaire survey, root canal treatment
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Janani K, Sandhya R. A survey on skills for cone beam computed tomography interpretation among endodontists for endodontic treatment procedure. Indian J Dent Res 2019;30:834-8
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Janani K, Sandhya R. A survey on skills for cone beam computed tomography interpretation among endodontists for endodontic treatment procedure. Indian J Dent Res [serial online] 2019 [cited 2020 Apr 4];30:834-8. Available from: http://www.ijdr.in/text.asp?2019/30/6/834/275864
| Introduction|| |
With the advent of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), the imaging modalities have progressed from two-dimensional to three-dimensional visualization. The quality of imaging has not only improved the diagnostic accuracy of diseases but also the quality care with regard to patient exposure and time consumption. Limitation of conventional radiography, such as compression of three dimensional structures, geometric distortion, and anatomic noise, has led to the development of CBCT. CBCT produces cone-shaped beam limited to head and neck region.
CBCT is used as a diagnostic tool and in deciding the treatment plan in various fields of dentistry, such as nerve tracing during third molar extraction, location of the tooth, during implant placement, maxillofacial surgeries, orthognathic surgeries, evaluating cyst and tumors, and Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) evaluation.
In endodontics, CBCT is a useful tool in diagnosing apical periodontitis, resorptions, perforation, root canal morphology, traumatic injuries, and voids. Although CBCT is effective in diagnosis, it has a few limitations in assessing with vertical root fracture (VRF), crown bridge, implant, restoration, and intracanal post, which can mimic complication or hide the existing one.,, A few studies have shown that patient's age, number of existing restoration, and implant have a negative impact on CBCT image quality.
Literature search revealed no previous report on knowledge, attitude, or skills on interpretation of CBCT in endodontic treatment procedure; therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the knowledge attitude and practice in diagnosing and interpreting the endodontic treatment using CBCT among the endodontists.
| Materials and Methods|| |
This is a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study carried out among endodontists. The questionnaire was administered to 97 participants who gave consent.
Fifteen closed-ended questions were formulated and validated. The questionnaire consists of basic demographic details of the participants and questions related to knowledge and awareness of interpretation of CBCT in endodontic treatmen