Description
3D radiology in dentistry - Diagnosis Pre-operative Planning Follow-up
Book Summary
This work offers a comprehensive guide on the use of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in dentistry, presenting a three-dimensional approach that overcomes the limitations of traditional radiography. The authors, Emanuele Ambu, Roberto Ghiretti, and Riccardo Laziosi, combine theoretical foundations with an extensive atlas of clinical cases, detailing everything from accurate diagnosis to pre-operative planning and post-operative follow-up. The book is designed for professionals seeking to integrate CBCT technology into their daily practice, improving diagnostic accuracy and clinical outcomes.
What is it about?
The book addresses the revolution that CBCT represents in dentistry, a small field-of-view 3D radiological system that provides an essential third dimension for diagnosis. Unlike conventional radiographs, which offer two-dimensional images with anatomical overlaps, CBCT allows for the visualization of teeth and surrounding structures in three different planes with high definition and low radiation dose.
The work is structured in two main parts. The introductory chapters provide the knowledge and basic tools to understand CBCT technology, including physical principles and fundamental applications. The rest of the book functions as a detailed clinical atlas, covering the use of CBCT in both clinical and surgical dentistry. Each clinical case is described in detail, covering not only the diagnostic phase but also the operational use for planning individual cases and monitoring future results.
Main Topics
- Fundamentals and principles of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in dentistry.
- Precise three-dimensional diagnosis of dental and maxillofacial pathologies.
- Detailed pre-operative planning for surgical and implant procedures.
- Post-operative monitoring and control of clinical results using CBCT.
- Image interpretation in three planes to overcome anatomical limitations.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at dentists, maxillofacial surgeons, dental radiologists, and advanced dental students who wish to deepen their knowledge of the clinical use of CBCT. It is especially useful for professionals seeking to improve their diagnostic accuracy and optimize the planning of complex treatments using three-dimensional imaging.
What this book provides
- Provides a solid understanding of the technical fundamentals and applications of CBCT in dentistry.
- Offers an extensive atlas of clinical cases that illustrates the practical use of the technology in real diagnostics and treatments.
- Facilitates the transition from traditional 2D radiography to 3D imaging, improving accuracy in the detection of pathologies.
- Helps to plan surgical interventions with greater safety and predictability, reducing risks.
- Allows for detailed monitoring of post-operative results, improving control of clinical evolution.
Technical Sheet
- Author: Ambu, Emanuele; Ghiretti, Roberto; Laziosi, Riccardo
- Publisher: Editorial Edra
- Language: eng
- Topic: OTHER BRANCHES OF MEDICINE
- Collection: MEDICINE
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: March 2020
- Number of pages: 200
- Weight: 1043 g
Editorial Review
This book represents a valuable resource for dental professionals looking to update their knowledge in three-dimensional imaging. Its practical approach, combined with a solid theoretical base and an extensive collection of clinical cases, makes it a useful tool for both training and daily practice. The work stands out for its clarity and for demonstrating how CBCT can significantly improve diagnosis and planning in situations where traditional methods are insufficient. It is a recommended acquisition for clinics and libraries specializing in advanced dentistry.