Cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiography for diagnosis of dental abnormalities in dogs and cats.
10.4142/jvs.2011.12.4.387
- Author:
Marcello R ROZA
1
;
Luiz Antonio F SILVA
;
Mauricio BARRIVIERA
;
Alessandro L JANUARIO
;
Ana Cristina B BEZERRA
;
Maria Clorinda S FIORAVANTI
Author Information
1. Department of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Goias, Goiania 74001-970, Brazil. marcelloroza@gmail.com
- Publication Type:Original Article ; Evaluation Studies
- Keywords:
cone beam computed tomography;
dental;
dogs;
radiography;
X-ray diagnosis
- MeSH:
Animals;
Cat Diseases/*radiography;
Cats;
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography/*veterinary;
Dental Implants;
Dog Diseases/*radiography;
Dogs;
Female;
Male;
Mouth/injuries;
Periodontal Diseases/radiography/*veterinary;
Tooth Diseases/radiography/*veterinary;
Wounds and Injuries
- From:Journal of Veterinary Science
2011;12(4):387-392
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
The development of veterinary dentistry has substantially improved the ability to diagnose canine and feline dental abnormalities. Consequently, examinations previously performed only on humans are now available for small animals, thus improving the diagnostic quality. This has increased the need for technical qualification of veterinary professionals and increased technological investments. This study evaluated the use of cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiography as complementary exams for diagnosing dental abnormalities in dogs and cats. Cone beam computed tomography was provided faster image acquisition with high image quality, was associated with low ionizing radiation levels, enabled image editing, and reduced the exam duration. Our results showed that radiography was an effective method for dental radiographic examination with low cost and fast execution times, and can be performed during surgical procedures.
