Imaging characteristics of Gubernacular Tract on CBCT- A pictorial review
AbstractThe Gubernaculum Dentis (GD) is an anatomical structure connecting the dental follicle of the permanent tooth to the overlying gingiva. It is composed of Gubernacular cord (GCo) and a surrounding bony canal called as Gubernacular canal (GC) or Gubernacular Tract (GT). GD is a physiologic structure that has claimed to play some role in the eruption of teeth. GCo is a histologic structure, however, the surrounding GT can be identified radiographically. But due to its infinitesimal appearance, its differentiation with normal bone marrow spaces on conventional radiographs is extremely difficult and is the reason for it...
Source: Oral Radiology - June 29, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Dental radiographic procedures during COVID-19 outbreak and normalization period: recommendations on infection control
AbstractDental professionals have always been meticulous about infection control due to high risk of cross-contamination during dental procedures. Nevertheless, there is an urgent need to review and revise our current practice of infection control and develop more strict protocols that will prevent nosocomial spread of infection during COVID-19 outbreak and future pandemics. The risk of contamination is high during dental radiography if proper disinfection techniques are not applied. This document provides advice and guidance for infection control when practicing dental radiography during COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Oral Radiology)
Source: Oral Radiology - June 28, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Stafne ’s bone defect with bicortical perforation: a need for modified classification system
AbstractStafne ’s bone defect (SBD) or salivary gland-related bone defects are asymptomatic bone cavities in the mandible caused by impingement by the salivary glandular tissue. The major salivary glands, particularly the submandibular gland, are in close relation with the mandible and their impingement can prod uce radiolucent defects on the lingual cortical surface of the mandible. Submandibular gland-related bone defects or depressions are referred as posterior lingual variant of SBD. These are asymptomatic and appear as well-defined radiolucent areas that are incidentally discovered on panoramic radiogr aphs. Three-d...
Source: Oral Radiology - June 21, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Applying the paralleling technique in intraoral periapical radiographs for Japanese patients by analyzing CT images
ConclusionsWe concluded that the paralleling technique could not be applied in Japanese patients due to insufficient space for the image receptor in the upper maxilla region. (Source: Oral Radiology)
Source: Oral Radiology - June 19, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Challenges for the dental radiology clinic in times of the COVID-19 pandemic
AbstractThis letter addresses the challenges for the dental radiology clinic in times of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the use of teleradiography and mobile devices, as well as the proper care in disinfecting these equipments. As there are still no specific therapies for COVID-19, biosafety measures that promote containment and prevent the spread of the virus are crucial to stop the outbreak and control a possible new infectious peak. (Source: Oral Radiology)
Source: Oral Radiology - June 19, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
