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Okamura K, Yoshiura K. The missing link in image quality assessment in digital dental radiography. Oral Radiol 2019; 36:313-319. [PMID: 31302866 DOI: 10.1007/s11282-019-00396-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2018] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Digital radiography is gaining popularity among general dental practitioners. It includes digital intraoral radiography, digital panoramic radiography, digital cephalography, and cone-beam computed tomography. In this study, we focused on the methods to assess image quality of these techniques, except for digital cephalography, in the light of historical issues. We stressed on the importance of the development of a standardized phantom and quantitative analysis of diagnostic image quality using it, especially in the aspect of psychophysical properties of these digital systems. There is no missing link in the image quality assessment in digital intraoral radiography and cone-beam computed tomography in dental use. However, there are missing links between physical and diagnostic image qualities in panoramic radiography. The development of a semi-standardized phantom and the corresponding quantitative analysis method for image quality may be required in digital panoramic radiography. Quantitative image quality assessment using a standardized phantom will also be promising in the future artificial intelligence era.
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- Kazutoshi Okamura
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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Aziman C, Hellén-Halme K, Shi XQ. A comparative study on image quality of two digital intraoral sensors. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2019; 48:20190063. [PMID: 31075041 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20190063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aims of this study were to evaluate the subjective image quality and reliability of two digital sensors. In addition, the image quality of the two sensors evaluated by specialists and general dentists were compared. METHODS 30 intraoral bitewings from five patients were included in the study, 15 were exposed with a Dixi sensor (CCD-based) and 15 with a ProSensor (CMOS-based) using modified parallel technique. Three radiologists and three general dentists evaluated the images in pair. A five-point scale was used to register the image quality. Visual grading characteristics (VGC) analysis was performed to compare the image quality and the observer agreement was assessed in terms of intra class correlation co-efficient. RESULTS No statistically significant difference was found on image quality between the sensors. The average scores of the observer agreement were moderate with an average of 0.66 and an interval of 0.30 to 0.87, suggesting that there was a large variation on preference of image quality. However, there was a statistically significant difference in terms of the area under the VGC- curves between the specialist group and the general dentist group ( p = 0.043), in which the specialist group tended to favor the ProSensor. CONCLUSIONS Subjective image quality of the two intraoral sensors were comparable when evaluated by both general and oral radiologists. However, the radiologists seemed to prefer the ProSensor to the Dixi as compared to general dentists. Inter- observer conformance showed a large variation on the preference of the image quality.
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- Cinar Aziman
- Section of Oral Diagnostics and Surgery, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Section of Oral Diagnostics and Surgery, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden.,Section of Oral Maxillofacial Radiology, Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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Alamadi E, Alhazmi H, Hansen K, Lundgren T, Naoumova J. A comparative study of cone beam computed tomography and conventional radiography in diagnosing the extent of root resorptions. Prog Orthod 2017; 18:37. [PMID: 29152679 PMCID: PMC5694742 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-017-0191-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2017] [Accepted: 09/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Root resorptions are assessed and diagnosed using different radiographical techniques. A comparison of the ability to assess resorptions on two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) radiographs is, hitherto, lacking. The aims of this study were to evaluate the accuracy of 2D (periapical radiographs, PA and panoramic radiograph, PAN) and 3D (cone beam computed tomography, CBCT) radiographic techniques in measuring slanted root resorptions compared to the true resorptions, a histological gold standard, in addition to a comparison of all the radiographic techniques to each other. Methods Radiographs (CBCT, PA, and PAN), in addition to histological sections, of extracted deciduous canines from thirty-four patients were analyzed. Linear measurements of the most and least resorbed side of the root, i.e., “slanted” resorptions, were measured using an analyzing software (Facad ®). For classification of slanted root resorptions, a modified Malmgren index was used. Results PAN underestimated the root length on both the least and most resorbed side. Small resorptions, i.e., low modified Malmgren scores, were more difficult to record and were only assessed accurately using CBCT. The root resorption scores were underestimated using PA and PAN. In assessment of linear measures, PAN differed significantly from both CBCT and PA. Conclusions CBCT is the most accurate technique when measuring and scoring slanted root resorptions.
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- Elham Alamadi
- Specialist Clinic of Orthodontics, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Service Västra Götaland Region, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Specialist Clinic of Orthodontics, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Service Västra Götaland Region, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Specialist Clinic of Orthodontics, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Service Västra Götaland Region, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Institute of Odontology at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Specialist Clinic of Orthodontics, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Service Västra Götaland Region, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Mehdizadeh M, Maarefat N, Bagherieh S. Comparison of Accuracy of determining the Distance between Alveolar Crest and Cementoenamel Junction in Digital Radiography with Scanora and DentalEye Software Programs. J Contemp Dent Pract 2016; 17:815-819. [PMID: 27794151 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-1936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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AIM To compare the accuracy of determining the distance between alveolar crest and cementoenamel junction (CEJ) in digital radiography with two image processing software programs. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this in vitro study, 63 sites in a dried human mandible underwent digital periapical radiography. The distance from the alveolar crest to the CEJ was calculated using DentalEye and Scanora software programs and compared with the standard mode (measured on the skull). Statistical analysis was performed with analysis of variance (ANOVA) and paired t-test using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 23 at α = 0.05. RESULTS There were significant differences in the distances between CEJ and the alveolar crest at the mesial surfaces as measured by the three techniques in standard mode, using DentalEye and Scanora (p-value ≤ 0.03) softwares; however, there were no significant differences between the results on distal surfaces (p-value = 0.248). CONCLUSION Under the limitations of the present study, the measurements made to determine the distance from the CEJ to the alveolar crest with DentalEye and Scanora, relative to each other, and relative to the standard mode, were accurate only on distal surfaces of teeth. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Digital dental software programs are useful assets that can enhance the diagnosing ability and reduce the need of taking extra images.
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- Mojdeh Mehdizadeh
- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Islamic Republic of Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Dentistry, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Islamic Republic of Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Dentistry, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Islamic Republic of Iran, Phone: +00989132881338, e-mail:
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Olsson L, Nilsson M, Svenson B, Hellén-Halme K. The effect of anatomical noise on perception of low contrast in intra-oral radiographs: an in vitro study. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2016; 45:20150402. [PMID: 26891747 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20150402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Radiographic images suffer from varying amounts of noise. The most studied and discussed of these is random noise. However, recent research has shown that the projected anatomy contributes substantially to noise, especially when detecting low-contrast objects in the images. Our aim, therefore, was to evaluate the extent to which overprojected anatomical noise affects the detection of low-contrast objects in intra-oral images. METHODS Our study used four common sensor models. With each sensor, we took four series of images, three series with and one series without an anatomical phantom present. In each series, we exposed a low-contrast phantom at 18 different exposure times using a standardized method. 4 observers evaluated all 288 images. RESULTS The low-contrast characteristics differed substantially when imaging low contrast on a homogeneous background compared with imaging low contrast when an anatomical phantom was present. For three of the sensors, optimal exposure times for low-contrast imaging were found, while the fourth sensor displayed a completely different behaviour. CONCLUSIONS Calibrating the low-contrast properties of an imaging system using low-contrast objects on a homogeneous background is not recommended. On an anatomical background, low-contrast properties are completely different, and these will mimic the clinical situation much more closely, directing the operator how to best use the system. There is a clear demand for further research on this subject.
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- Lars Olsson
- 1 Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden.,2 Department of Oral Radiology, Postgraduate Dental Education Center, Örebro, Sweden
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- 1 Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden.,3 Department of Radiation Physics, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden
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- 4 Postgraduate Dental Education Center, Faculty of Medicine and Health, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- 1 Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden
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Venskutonis T, Daugela P, Strazdas M, Juodzbalys G. Accuracy of digital radiography and cone beam computed tomography on periapical radiolucency detection in endodontically treated teeth. EJOURNAL OF ORAL MAXILLOFACIAL RESEARCH 2014; 5:e1. [PMID: 25089173 PMCID: PMC4115593 DOI: 10.5037/jomr.2014.5201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2014] [Accepted: 05/15/2014] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Objectives The aim of the present study was to compare the accuracy of intraoral digital periapical radiography and cone beam computed tomography in the detection of periapical radiolucencies in endodontically treated teeth. Material and Methods Radiographic images (cone beam computed tomography [CBCT] scans and digital periapical radiography [PR] images) from 60 patients, achieved from September 2008 to July 2013, were retrieved from databases of the Department of Oral Diseases, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. Twenty patients met inclusion criteria and were selected for further evaluation. Results In 20 patients (42.4 [SD 12.1] years, 65% men and 35% women) a total of 35 endodontically treated teeth (1.75 [SD 0.91]; 27 in maxilla and 8 in mandible) were evaluated. Overall, it was observed a statistical significant difference between the number of periapical lesions observed in the CBCT (n = 42) and radiographic (n = 24) examinations (P < 0.05). In molar teeth, CBCT identify a significantly higher amount of periapical lesions than with the radiographic method (P < 0.05). There were significant differences between CBCT and PR in the mean number of lesions identified per tooth (1.2 vs 0.66, P = 0.03), number of teeth with lesions (0.71 vs 0.46, P = 0.03) and number of lesions identified per canal (0.57 vs 0.33, P = 0.005). Considering CBCT as “gold standard” in lesion detection with the sensitivity, specificity and accuracy considering as score 1, then the same parameters of PR were 0.57, 1 and 0.76 respectively. Conclusions Within the limitations of the present study, it can be concluded that cone beam computed tomography scans were more accurate compared to digital periapical radiographs for detecting periapical radiolucencies in endodontically treated teeth. The difference was more pronounced in molar teeth.
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- Tadas Venskutonis
- Department of Oral Diseases, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Lithuania
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Lithuania
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Lithuania
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Lithuania
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Tanomaru-Filho M, Loiola LED, Miano LM, Chávez-Andrade GM, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM. Influência do diâmetro foraminal do canal radicular, do tipo e da penetração de agulha, e do fluxo da solução irrigadora na limpeza e na extrusão apical. REVISTA DE ODONTOLOGIA DA UNESP 2014. [DOI: 10.1590/rou.2014.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Introdução: A irrigação do canal radicular visa a limpeza e desinfecção do sistema de canais radiculares, sem promover extrusão apical. Objetivo: Avaliar a influência do diâmetro foraminal do canal radicular, da penetração e do tipo de agulha, e do fluxo na limpeza e na extrusão apical da solução irrigadora. Material e método: Doze dentes incisivos inferiores humanos com canal único foram instrumentados e, após ampliação foraminal com diferentes diâmetros (LK #40 e 60), os canais radiculares foram preenchidos com solução de contraste radiológico espessada com propilenoglicol e óxido de zinco. Foram utilizados dois tipos de agulhas de irrigação 27G com diferentes designs (abertura apical ou lateral), dois fluxos correspondentes a 15 ou 25 mL/min, e com penetração das agulhas em duas profundidades (3 e 6 mm aquém do ápice). Antes e após irrigação, os dentes foram radiografados utilizando um sistema radiográfico digital. As áreas do canal radicular antes (preenchido pelo contraste) e após irrigação (remanescente do contraste) foram submetidas à subtração de imagens no programa Adobe Photoshop CS4 e mensuradas por meio do programa Image Tool 3.0, obtendo o percentual de limpeza e de extrusão. Os dados foram analisados por meio dos testes ANOVA e Tukey, com nível de significância de 5%. Resultado: Não houve diferença estatística entre o diâmetro foraminal, o tipo e a profundidade de penetração da agulha, e a velocidade do fluxo de irrigação nos parâmetros limpeza (acima de 97%) e extrusão apical (menor do que 0,38 mm2), com p>0,05. Conclusão: Todos os protocolos de irrigação avaliados proporcionaram limpeza do canal radicular e pequena extrusão apical da solução irrigadora.
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Hellén-Halme K, Nilsson M. The Effects on Absorbed Dose Distribution in Intraoral X-ray Imaging When Using Tube Voltages of 60 and 70 kV for Bitewing Imaging. EJOURNAL OF ORAL MAXILLOFACIAL RESEARCH 2013; 4:e2. [PMID: 24422035 PMCID: PMC3887573 DOI: 10.5037/jomr.2013.4302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2012] [Accepted: 07/07/2013] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Objectives Efforts are made in radiographic examinations to obtain the best image quality
with the lowest possible absorbed dose to the patient. In dental
radiography, the absorbed dose to patients is very low, but exposures
are relatively frequent. It has been suggested that frequent low-dose
exposures can pose a risk for development of future cancer. It has
previously been reported that there was no significant difference in the
diagnostic accuracy of approximal carious lesions in radiographs
obtained using tube voltages of 60 and 70 kV. The aim of this study was,
therefore, to evaluate the patient dose resulting from exposures at
these tube voltages to obtain intraoral bitewing radiographs. Material and Methods The
absorbed dose distributions resulting from two bitewing exposures were
measured at tube voltages of 60 and 70 kV using Gafchromic® film
and an anatomical head phantom. The dose was measured in the occlusal
plane, and ± 50 mm cranially and caudally to evaluate the amount of
scattered radiation. The same entrance dose to the phantom was used. The
absorbed dose was expressed as the ratio of the maximal doses, the mean
doses and the integral doses at tube voltages of 70 and 60 kV. Results The
patient receives approximately 40 - 50% higher (mean and integral)
absorbed dose when a tube voltage of 70 kV is used. Conclusions The
results of this study clearly indicate that 60 kV should be used for
dental intraoral radiographic examinations for approximal caries
detection.
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- Kristina Hellén-Halme
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö Sweden
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö Sweden. ; Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö Sweden
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de Molon RS, Batitucci RG, Spin-Neto R, Paquier GM, Sakakura CE, Tosoni GM, Scaf G. Comparison of changes in dental and bone radiographic densities in the presence of different soft-tissue simulators using pixel intensity and digital subtraction analyses. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2013; 42:20130235. [PMID: 24005061 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20130235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the influence of soft-tissue simulation materials on dental and bone tissue radiographic densities using pixel intensity (PI) and digital subtraction radiography (DSR) analyses. METHODS 15 dry human mandibles were divided into halves. Each half was radiographed using a charge-coupled device sensor without a soft-tissue simulation material (Wm) and with 5 types of materials: acrylic (Ac), wax (Wx), water (Wt), wood (Wd) and frozen bovine tissue (Bt). Three thicknesses were tested for each material: 10 mm, 15 mm and 20 mm. The material was positioned in front of the mandible and the sensor parallel to the molar region. The radiation beam was perpendicular to the sensor at 30 cm focal spot-to-object distance. The digital images of the bone and dental tissue were captured for PI analyses. The subtracted images were marked with 14 landmark magnifications, and 2 areas of analyses were defined, forming the regions of interest. Shapiro-Wilk and Kruskal-Wallis tests followed by Dunn's post-test were used (p < 0.05). RESULTS DSR showed that both the material type and the thickness tested influenced the gain of density in bone tissue (p < 0.05). PI analyses of the bone region did not show these differences, except for the lower density observed in the image without soft-tissue simulation material. In the dental region, both DSR and PI showed that soft-tissue simulators did not influence the density in these regions. CONCLUSIONS This study showed that the materials evaluated and their thicknesses significantly influenced the density-level gain in alveolar bone. In dental tissues, there was no density-level gain with any soft-tissue material tested.
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- R S de Molon
- Department of Diagnosis and Surgery, School of Dentistry at Araraquara, Univ Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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Abella F, Patel S, Durán-Sindreu F, Mercadé M, Bueno R, Roig M. An evaluation of the periapical status of teeth with necrotic pulps using periapical radiography and cone-beam computed tomography. Int Endod J 2013; 47:387-96. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.12159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2013] [Accepted: 06/30/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- F. Abella
- Department of Endodontics; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya; Sant Cugat del Vallès Barcelona Spain
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry; King's College London Dental Institute; London UK
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- Department of Endodontics; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya; Sant Cugat del Vallès Barcelona Spain
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- Department of Endodontics; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya; Sant Cugat del Vallès Barcelona Spain
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- Department of Endodontics; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya; Sant Cugat del Vallès Barcelona Spain
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- Department of Endodontics; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya; Sant Cugat del Vallès Barcelona Spain
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Important technical parameters are not presented in reports of intraoral digital radiography in endodontic treatment: recommendations for future studies. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2012; 114:251-8.e1-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2012.02.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2011] [Revised: 01/20/2012] [Accepted: 02/22/2012] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Accuracy of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography and Periapical Radiography in Detecting Small Periapical Lesions. J Endod 2012; 38:965-70. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2012.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2011] [Revised: 03/01/2012] [Accepted: 03/11/2012] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Petersson A, Axelsson S, Davidson T, Frisk F, Hakeberg M, Kvist T, Norlund A, Mejàre I, Portenier I, Sandberg H, Tranaeus S, Bergenholtz G. Radiological diagnosis of periapical bone tissue lesions in endodontics: a systematic review. Int Endod J 2012; 45:783-801. [PMID: 22429152 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2012.02034.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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This systematic review evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of radiographic methods employed to indicate presence/absence and changes over time of periapical bone lesions. Also investigated were the leads radiographic images may give about the nature of the process and the condition of the pulp in nonendodontically treated teeth. Electronic literature search included the databases PubMed, Embase and CENTRAL from January 1950 to June 2011. All languages were accepted provided there was an abstract in English. The MeSH terms were 'Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)', 'Radiography, panoramic', 'Periapical diseases', 'Dental pulp diseases', 'Sensitivity and specificity', 'receiver operating characteristics (ROC) curve', 'Cadaver', 'Endodontics' and 'Radiography dental'. Two reviewers independently assessed abstracts and full text articles. An article was read in full text if at least one of the two reviewers considered an abstract to be potentially relevant. Altogether, 181 articles were read in full text. The GRADE approach was used to assess the quality of evidence of each radiographic method based on studies of high or moderate quality. Twenty-six studies fulfilled criteria set for inclusion. None was of high quality; 11 were of moderate quality. There is insufficient evidence that the digital intraoral radiographic technique is diagnostically as accurate as the conventional film technique. The same applies to CBCT. No conclusions can be drawn regarding the accuracy of radiological examination in identifying various forms of periapical bone tissue changes or about the pulpal condition.
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- A Petersson
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden.
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Hellén-Halme K, Hellén-Halme B, Wenzel A. The effect of aging on luminance of standard liquid crystal display (LCD) monitors. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 112:237-42. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2011.02.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2010] [Revised: 02/18/2011] [Accepted: 02/23/2011] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Pigg M, List T, Petersson K, Lindh C, Petersson A. Diagnostic yield of conventional radiographic and cone-beam computed tomographic images in patients with atypical odontalgia. Int Endod J 2011; 44:1092-101. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2011.01923.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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TOWNSEND NB, HAWKES CS, REX R, BODEN LA, BARAKZAI SZ. Investigation of the sensitivity and specificity of radiological signs for diagnosis of periapical infection of equine cheek teeth. Equine Vet J 2010; 43:170-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.2010.00148.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hellén-Halme K. Effect of two X-ray tube voltages on detection of approximal caries in digital radiographs. An in vitro study. Clin Oral Investig 2010; 15:209-13. [PMID: 20143243 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-010-0383-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2009] [Accepted: 01/11/2010] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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This study evaluated the effect of two different tube voltages on clinicians' ability to diagnose approximal carious lesions in digital radiographs. One hundred extracted teeth were radiographed twice at two voltage settings, 60 and 70 kV, using a standardized procedure. Seven observers evaluated the radiographs on a standard color monitor pre-calibrated according to DICOM part 14. Evaluations were made at ambient light levels below 50 lx. All observations were analyzed with receiver operating characteristic curves. A histological examination of the teeth served as the criterion standard. A paired t test compared the effects of the two voltages. The significance level was set to p < 0.05. Weighted kappa statistics estimated intra-observer agreement. No significant difference in accuracy of approximal carious lesion diagnosis was found between the two voltage settings. But five observers rated dentin lesions on radiographs exposed at 70 kV better than on radiographs exposed at 60 kV. Intra-observer agreement differed from fair to moderate. There was no significant difference in accuracy of approximal carious lesion diagnosis between digital radiographs exposed with 60 or 70 kV.
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Sogur E, Baksi BG, Gröndahl HG, Lomcali G, Sen BH. Detectability of chemically induced periapical lesions by limited cone beam computed tomography, intra-oral digital and conventional film radiography. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2009; 38:458-64. [DOI: 10.1259/dmfr/15206149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Patel S, Dawood A, Wilson R, Horner K, Mannocci F. The detection and management of root resorption lesions using intraoral radiography and cone beam computed tomography - an in vivo investigation. Int Endod J 2009; 42:831-8. [PMID: 19627378 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2009.01592.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 157] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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AIM To compare the accuracy of intraoral periapical radiography with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for the detection and management of resorption lesions. METHODOLOGY Digital intraoral radiographs and CBCT scans were taken of patients with internal resorption (n = 5), external cervical resorption (n = 5) and no resorption (controls) (n = 5). A 'reference standard' diagnosis and treatment plan was devised for each tooth. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive values, negative predictive values and receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curves, as well as the reproducibility of each technique were determined for diagnostic accuracy and treatment option chosen. RESULTS The intraoral radiography ROC Az values were 0.780 and 0.830 for diagnostic accuracy of internal and external cervical resorption respectively. The CBCT ROC Az values were 1.000 for both internal and external cervical resorption. There was a significantly higher prevalence (P = 0.028) for the correct treatment option being chosen with CBCT (%) compared with intraoral radiographs (%). CONCLUSION CBCT was effective and reliable in detecting the presence of resorption lesions. Although digital intraoral radiography resulted in an acceptable level of accuracy, the superior accuracy of CBCT may result in a review of the radiographic techniques used for assessing the type of resorption lesion present. CBCT's superior diagnostic accuracy also resulted in an increased likelihood of correct management of resorption lesions.
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Unit, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK.
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Patel S, Dawood A, Mannocci F, Wilson R, Pitt Ford T. Detection of periapical bone defects in human jaws using cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiography. Int Endod J 2009; 42:507-15. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2008.01538.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 161] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Patel S, Dawood A, Whaites E, Pitt Ford T. New dimensions in endodontic imaging: part 1. Conventional and alternative radiographic systems. Int Endod J 2009; 42:447-62. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2008.01530.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 217] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Özen T, Kamburoğlu K, Cebeci ARİ, Yüksel SP, Paksoy CS. Interpretation of chemically created periapical lesions using 2 different dental cone-beam computerized tomography units, an intraoral digital sensor, and conventional film. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 107:426-32. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2008.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2008] [Revised: 08/17/2008] [Accepted: 08/26/2008] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Lofthag-Hansen S, Huumonen S, Gröndahl K, Gröndahl HG. Limited cone-beam CT and intraoral radiography for the diagnosis of periapical pathology. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 103:114-9. [PMID: 17178504 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2006.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 280] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2005] [Revised: 11/29/2005] [Accepted: 01/01/2006] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare intraoral periapical radiography with 3D images for the diagnosis of periapical pathology. STUDY DESIGN Maxillary molars and premolars and mandibular molars with endodontic problems and examined with periapical radiographs and a 3D technique (3D Accuitomo) were retrospectively selected and evaluated by 3 oral radiologists. Numbers of roots and root canals, presence and location of periapical lesions, and their relation to neighboring structures were studied. RESULTS Among 46 teeth, both techniques demonstrated lesions in 32 teeth, and an additional 10 teeth were found in the Accuitomo images. As regards individual roots, 53 lesions were found in both techniques, and 33 more roots were found to have lesions in Accuitomo images. Artefacts were sometimes a problem in Accuitomo images. In 32 of the 46 cases, all observers agreed that additional clinically relevant information was obtained with Accuitomo images. CONCLUSIONS A high-resolution 3D technique can be of value for diagnosis of periapical problems.
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- Sara Lofthag-Hansen
- Clinic for Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Public Dental Health Service, Göteborg, Sweden.
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Gundappa M, Ng SY, Whaites EJ. Comparison of ultrasound, digital and conventional radiography in differentiating periapical lesions. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2006; 35:326-33. [PMID: 16940480 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr/60326577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To carry out an in vivo comparative pilot study to evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound, digital (DR) and conventional plain film-based imaging (PF) in the differential diagnosis of periapical lesions. METHODS Fifteen patients aged between 13 years and 40 years with periapical lesions associated with anterior maxillary or mandibular teeth requiring endodontic surgery were selected and consented for the study. Pre-operative periapical radiographs (PF) and charge coupled device (CCD) DR were obtained. Measurements and provisional diagnoses of the apical areas were made by three specialist observers (two dental radiologists and one endodontist) on three separate occasions. Pre-operative ultrasound examinations were then performed and the images assessed by two specialist observers (ultrasonographer and endodontist) for the size, contents, vascular supply and a provisional diagnosis made as to whether the lesion was a cyst or granuloma. Endodontic surgery was performed including curettage of the apical tissues to enable histopathological investigation, which provided the gold standard diagnosis. All measurements and findings were compared and statistically analysed. RESULTS On PF and DR the periapical lesions were readily identified but observers were unable to differentiate granuloma from cyst using either modality. Dimensional measurements were subject to greater interobserver variation on DR than on PF. Where sufficient buccal cortical bone had been resorbed, ultrasound imaging was straightforward but underestimated the size of the lesions compared with PF and DR. In all 15 cases, the ultrasound diagnosis agreed with the histopathological gold standard. CONCLUSIONS PF and DR enable diagnosis of periapical disease existence, but not of its nature; while ultrasound underestimates the extent of disease, but can provide accurate information on the pathological nature of the lesion.
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- M Gundappa
- King's College London Dental Institute at Guy's, Kings College and St Thomas' Hospitals, London, UK
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Berkhout E, Sanderink G, van der Stelt P. Digital intra-oral radiography in dentistry. Diagnostic efficacy and dose considerations. Oral Radiol 2006. [DOI: 10.1007/bf02493286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Kositbowornchai S, Hanwachirapong D, Somsopon R, Pirmsinthavee S, Sooksuntisakoonchai N. Ex vivo comparison of digital images with conventional radiographs for detection of simulated voids in root canal filling material. Int Endod J 2006; 39:287-92. [PMID: 16584491 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01087.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To compare the diagnostic potential of direct digital images with conventional radiographs for the detection of simulated root canal voids. METHODOLOGY The root canals of 80 extracted maxillary incisors with straight root canals were prepared and filled and the specimens divided into two groups: (i) a group of 40 teeth without voids; and, (ii) a group of 40 teeth with voids created in the root filling. Each root was imaged using the paralleling technique with a CCD-based digital system and F-speed film. Totally, there were 240 images: conventional radiographs (n = 80), digital images (n = 80) and digital zoomed images at 2x magnification (n = 80). These were interpreted for voids by a radiologist (without prior knowledge of the distribution of the voids). The reliability of the radiologist was confirmed using Cohen's Kappa Statistic, with the kappa value found to be >0.08. The sensitivity, specificity and predictive values were calculated. The differences in sensitivity and specificity between the imaging systems were then assessed using the Exact McNemar significance probability at the 95% significance level. RESULTS The sensitivities (95% CI) of conventional radiographs, digital images and zoomed images were 0.68 (0.57-0.78), 0.83 (0.74-0.91) and 0.80 (0.71-0.89), respectively. The specificities of the conventional radiographs, digital and zoomed images were 0.80 (0.71-0.89), 0.83 (0.74-0.91) and 0.83 (0.74-0.91), respectively. The positive predictive values (95% CI) were 0.77 (0.68-0.86), 0.83 (0.74-0.91) and 0.82 (0.74-0.90), respectively. The negative predictive values (95% CI) were 0.71 (0.61-0.81), 0.83 (0.74-0.91) and 0.80 (0.72-0.89), respectively. There were no significant differences between the sensitivity and specificity of digital images and conventional radiographs, and of digital images and zoomed images during the detection of voids in root fillings (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Under the conditions of this laboratory study, the diagnostic performance of digital images and conventional radiographs, and between the digital images and digital zoomed images for simulated void detection in root fillings were not significantly different.
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- S Kositbowornchai
- Department of Oral Diagnosis, Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University, Thailand.
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Martins MV, da Silva MADS, Medici Filho E, de Moraes LC, Castilho JCDM, da Rocha RF. Evaluation of digital optical density of bone repair in rats medicated with ketoprofen. Braz Dent J 2006; 16:207-12. [PMID: 16429186 DOI: 10.1590/s0103-64402005000300007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of ketoprofen on bone repair process in tibiae of rats by means of analysis of the digital optical density. Twenty Wistar rats were assigned to two groups: an untreated control group and a group treated with ketoprofen. The experimental procedures comprised the following stages: general anesthesia, preparation of a unicortical bone defect on the left tibia of each rat, medication with ketoprofen and radiographic examination. Digital radiographic images were acquired using Visualix GX-S-HDI digital sensor and an x-ray equipment. Radiographs were taken at baseline, 7, 14, 21 and 30 days postoperatively and the optical density (OD) was evaluated using the Vix win 1.4 system. The mean values of OD readings were analyzed statistically by ANOVA and Tukey's test with significance level set at á=5%. The control group showed a statistically significant correlation (p=0.001) between time and optical density, while the ketoprofen group exhibited a weak and not statistically significant correlation (p=0.100). The control group presented the smallest OD ratios at days 1 and 7, and the greatest OD ratios at days 14, 21 and 30, with statistically significant difference (p=0.001). There was no significant differences (p=0.100) among the OD ratios in the ketoprofen group, regardless of the evaluation period. The findings of this study suggest that ketoprofen influenced bone repair process because there was an increase in optical density during the first week and delayed new bone formation after the 21st day.
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- Márcia Valéria Martins
- Department of Surgery, Periodontology and Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry of São José dos Campos, São Paulo State University, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil.
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Yoshiura K, Okamura K, Tokumori K, Nakayama E, Chikui T, Goto TK, Shimizu M, Kawazu T. Correlation between diagnostic accuracy and perceptibility. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2005; 34:350-2. [PMID: 16227477 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr/13550415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To correlate diagnostic accuracy for proximal caries with perceptibility of low contrast image details using regression analysis. The other purpose was to determine the attenuation range required for proximal caries diagnosis. METHODS The results of the two types of observer performance tests described above were retrieved from previous studies. Recording media included in those studies were the Compuray and the Dixel, direct digital radiographic systems, and Ektaspeed Plus film. The average numbers of perceptibility of image details from five observers were calculated for each step and for every combination of contiguous steps of the aluminium test phantom from the perceptibility test. The average diagnostic accuracy for proximal caries from the same five observers was correlated with the total number of perceptible details from the phantom using regression analysis. Finally, attenuation range required for proximal caries diagnosis was calculated from the attenuation range of the phantom where the maximum correlation coefficient was obtained. RESULTS Maximum correlation (r=0.68) was obtained at the combination of five contiguous steps of the aluminium test phantom. Attenuation range required for proximal caries diagnosis corresponded to the 2 mm to 6 mm thickness of aluminium with acrylic block of 12 mm thickness. CONCLUSIONS There is a correlation between perceptibility of low contrast image details and diagnostic accuracy for proximal caries. There may be a possibility to simplify observer performance tests for proximal caries diagnosis by using the standardized phantom simulating its attenuation range.
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- K Yoshiura
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University, Maidashi 3-1-1, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582 Japan.
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Mupparapu M. Radiation protection guidelines for the practicing orthodontist. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2005; 128:168-72; discussion 172. [PMID: 16102399 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2005.04.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2004] [Revised: 04/05/2005] [Accepted: 04/01/2005] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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This article summarizes the most recent (December 2003) dental x-ray guidelines from the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements report #145. The guidelines are intended for all dental health-care providers. They address radiation dose limits for occupational and nonoccupational exposure and radiation protection for operators, patients, and the public. Equipment design can play an important role in radiation protection, and recommendations from the guidelines are discussed.
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- Muralidhar Mupparapu
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Dental School, Newark, NJ, USA.
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Lacević A, Vranić E. Different digital imaging techniques in dental practice. Bosn J Basic Med Sci 2005; 4:37-40. [PMID: 15629022 PMCID: PMC7250122 DOI: 10.17305/bjbms.2004.3412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Different imaging techniques are used to pick up the signal of interest in digital sensors, including charge-coupled devices (CCD), complementary metal-oxide semiconductors (CMOS), photostimulable phosphors plates (PSP) and tuned-aperture computed tomography (TACT) Digital radiography sensors are divided into: storage phosphor plates (SPP) called photostimulable phosphor plates (PSP), silicon devices such as charge-coupled devices (CCD) or complementary metal oxide semiconductors (CMOS). Relatively new type of imaging that may hold advantage over current radiographic modalities is tuned-aperture computed tomography (TACT).
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- Amela Lacević
- Department of Dental Pathology and Endodontics, Faculty of Stomatology, University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Bozzo RDO, Rocha RG, Haiter Neto F, Paganini GA, Cavalcanti MGP. Linear density analysis of bone repair in rats using digital direct radiograph. J Appl Oral Sci 2004; 12:317-21. [DOI: 10.1590/s1678-77572004000400012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2004] [Accepted: 07/26/2004] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to assess bone density measurements for analysis of repairing fractures in rats using direct digital radiography under Dexamethasone effects. Thirty (30) young adult male Wistar rats were used, with an average weight of 200g, which were submitted to general anesthetics by ethyl ether. One rib of each animal was fractured by surgical technique. The rats were divided into 2 groups, named Control group - intraperitoneal administration of saline solution 1 hour prior to operation, and Group 1: intraperitoneal administration of Dexamethasone 0.1mg/Kg of weight 1 hour prior to operation, and two postoperative doses every 12 hours. The animals were sacrificed at 2, 3, 4, 7 and 14 days. The parts containing the hemi-thorax with the fractured rib were removed and submitted to direct digital radiography, where the linear density of the two extremities of the fracture were analyzed by the Digora System. The results showed that in the control group and in Group 1 there was a gradual and significant increase in linear density. The method used made it feasible to supply data that were statistically significant in assessing the gain in bone density during the period of time analyzed. In conclusion, direct digital radiograph is useful for bone density analysis for fracture repairing. The dose of Dexamethasone was not sufficient to alter the gain in bone density at the extremities of fracture.
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Grondahl HG, Huumonen S. Radiographic manifestations of periapical inflammatory lesions. How new radiological techniques may improve endodontic diagnosis and treatment planning. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2004. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2004.00082.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Mörner-Svalling AC, Tronje G, Andersson LG, Welander U. Comparison of the diagnostic potential of direct digital and conventional intraoral radiography in the evaluation of peri-implant conditions. Clin Oral Implants Res 2003; 14:714-9. [PMID: 15015947 DOI: 10.1046/j.0905-7161.2003.clr140607.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The aims of this study were to examine whether viewers agreed on details seen in direct (real time) digital and conventional film radiographs of implants, and whether there were differences in agreement between the systems. Intra-oral radiographs of implants were exposed both as direct digital and conventional film radiographs. Fifty pairs of radiographs with similar projection and exposure were selected, showing 59 implants. Ten viewers assessed the radiographs separately and noted eight different details. The viewers showed very high agreement in their assessments of radiographs of each technique separately, and there were no statistically significant differences. However, there was a tendency to stronger agreement in the direct digital radiographs in four assessed points out of eight. The patients' experience of having radiographs exposed with the two methods was also studied by questionnaire. The patients' opinions on the two techniques did not differ statistically. This study shows that digital radiography has at least equal diagnostic yield compared to film radiography.
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Lozano A, Forner L, Llena C. In vitro comparison of root-canal measurements with conventional and digital radiology. Int Endod J 2002; 35:542-50. [PMID: 12190912 DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2591.2002.00535.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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AIM The present study compared the efficacy of digital and conventional radiology for root-canal length measurement. METHODOLOGY Seventy extracted teeth with pre-served roots were used. Root-canal length measurements were completed with K-Flexofiles (numbers 08, 10 and 15) with conventional and digital radiography using two systems (radiovisiography and photostimulate storage phosphor). All films and sensors were exposed at projections of 0 degrees and 20 degrees to the mesial. The images obtained were evaluated with and without magnification, and analysed using the Cohen's kappa test. The accuracy of the three systems to determine the root-canal length were evaluated by measuring the distance from the tip of the file to the apex. RESULTS Most of the values corresponding with the apex occurred with conventional radiology. The digital systems yielded negative values that improved with a size 15 file. The agreement between the two digital systems was the best with size 15 file using 0 degrees projection (66.7%). CONCLUSIONS Conventional radiology remains the technique of choice in determining the root-canal length; the digital techniques yielded good results for size 15 file.
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- A Lozano
- Endodontic, Dental Pathology and Therapeutics Unit, Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, Spain.
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Bóscolo FN, de Oliveira AE, de Almeida SM, Haiter CF, Haiter Neto F. [Clinical and comparative study of the image quality of 3 digital radiographic systems, E-speed film and digitalized film]]. PESQUISA ODONTOLOGICA BRASILEIRA = BRAZILIAN ORAL RESEARCH 2001; 15:327-33. [PMID: 11787321 DOI: 10.1590/s1517-74912001000400010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate, subjectively, the image quality of two CCD digital systems, a digital storage phosphor system, a digitized film and an E-speed film. Five objects were radiographed with 50, 60 and 70 kVp, with exposure times of 0.08, 0.13, 0.2, 0.4 and 0.8 s. In order to maximize the fidelity of the results, the dental X-ray unit employed was submitted to an evaluation so that the relation between exposure time and dose could be established. A good reproducibility was obtained. Six evaluators analyzed 375 images, using a scoring scale which ranged from 0 to 4. The results revealed different responses, indicating that the storage phosphor system had the best performance, in the various exposures employed. However, it was possible to conclude that all systems studied, except for the Sens-A-Ray, can offer images in ideal conditions for the diagnosis, as long as their latitudes are respected.
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- F N Bóscolo
- Departamento de Diagnóstico Oral, Area de Radiologia, Faculdade de Odontologia de Piracicaba-UNICAMP
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Wallace JA, Nair MK, Colaco MF, Kapa SF. A comparative evaluation of the diagnostic efficacy of film and digital sensors for detection of simulated periapical lesions. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 2001; 92:93-7. [PMID: 11458252 DOI: 10.1067/moe.2001.115974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of Ektaspeed Plus film (EPF), a charge-coupled device (CCD), and photostimulable phosphor (PSP)-based digital images for detection of simulated periapical lesions. STUDY DESIGN Lesions were simulated in the periapical areas of 24 human mandibular sections invested in acrylic using burs of sizes #1, 2, 4, and 6 and imaged using EPF, CCD, and PSP sensors. Percent correct response scores, sensitivity, and specificity values were computed for all variables. Repeated-measures analysis of variance and post hoc testing were performed to determine the effects of imaging modality, observer, and lesion sizes with respect to lesion detection. RESULTS EPF displayed the highest sensitivity and specificity, followed by PSP and CCD images (P <.001). Percent correct score was the highest for 3 of 4 observers when EPF was used. Analysis of variance revealed significance (P <.001) with respect to all variables. Observers with experience in digital image-viewing performed better than those without such experience (P <.001). Intraobserver agreement was fair (kappa = 0.5). CONCLUSIONS EPF outperformed CCD and PSP images when observers could manipulate image characteristics.
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- J A Wallace
- School of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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The Application of Signal Detection Theory to Decision-Making in Forensic Science. J Forensic Sci 2001. [DOI: 10.1520/jfs14962j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Paurazas SB, Geist JR, Pink FE, Hoen MM, Steiman HR. Comparison of diagnostic accuracy of digital imaging by using CCD and CMOS-APS sensors with E-speed film in the detection of periapical bony lesions. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 2000; 89:356-62. [PMID: 10710463 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(00)70102-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare E-speed Plus film and digital imaging with a charge-coupled device (CCD) sensor and a complementary metal-oxide semiconductor active pixel sensor (CMOS-APS) in the detection of periapical bone lesions. STUDY DESIGN Periapical lesions were created in the cortical and trabecular bone of 10 dried human mandibles. Seventy radio-graphic images and 140 digital images were evaluated by 6 endodontists and 2 radiologists. Receiver operating characteristics curves and analysis of variance were used for statistical analysis.Results. No statistically significant differences were found between film, CCD, and CMOS-APS systems. Lesion detection occurred with significantly greater accuracy in cortical bone than in trabecular bone, as well as when the cortical plate was involved. CONCLUSIONS That no differences were found between the two sensors lends support for the use of CMOS-APS sensors, which require less system power and may have longer life spans than CCD sensors. Digital imaging required 50% less radiation than film to obtain the same diagnostic information.
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- S B Paurazas
- Department of Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Detroit, Mercy,USA
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Scarfe WC, Czerniejewski VJ, Farman AG, Avant SL, Molteni R. In vivo accuracy and reliability of color-coded image enhancements for the assessment of periradicular lesion dimensions. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1999; 88:603-11. [PMID: 10556757 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(99)70093-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare dimensions on charge-coupled device-acquired images under various enhancements with dimensions on film radiographs and in vivo dimensions with respect to the linear measurement of periradicular radiolucent lesions. STUDY DESIGN The dimensions of 25 lesions imaged by means of a charge-coupled device-based digital receptor and Ektaspeed Plus radiographic film were measured and compared with dimensions as actually measured on impressions of the lesions taken during surgery. Digital images were displayed in unenhanced, equalized, and equalized/color-coded modes. The color-coding protocol was repeated to determine the method error, and each image treatment was also remeasured to determine intrarater reliability. Differences were compared through use of a Friedman 2-way analysis of variance with a follow-up Wilcoxon signed rank test (alpha = 0.01). RESULTS Actual lesion dimensions were larger than dimension estimates obtained with digital images (range, 23% to 35%) and film radiographs (range, 29% to 43%). Color-coded images were significantly less accurate than equalized images and unenhanced images. Images equalized through use of the measurement algorithm of the resident software provided estimates that were more accurate than estimates made with film radiographs and a standard millimeter rule. Intrarater variability was low. The application of color coding was found to be unreliable. CONCLUSIONS When applied to intraoral images, color-coded image processing of digital images had limited value in the estimation of periradicular lesional dimensions.
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- W C Scarfe
- Department of Surgical/Hospital Dentistry, The University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Kentucky 40292, USA
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Attaelmanan AG, Borg E, Gröndahl HG. Assessments of the physical performance of 2 generations of 2 direct digital intraoral sensors. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1999; 88:517-23. [PMID: 10519766 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(99)70073-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the performance of 4 intraoral direct digital sensors regarding their fundamental physical characteristics. The sensors are made by Schick Technologies Inc (Long Island City, NY) and Gendex Dental Systems (Milan, Italy). STUDY DESIGN The sensors were exposed by using a Prostyle dental x-ray machine (Planmeca Oy, Helsinki, Finland) operating at 50 kV, 8 mA and various exposure times. Three test phantoms were used: a homogeneous 10-mm thick aluminum block, an aluminum block with a pattern of holes of varying sizes, and a resolving power target. Digital images were transferred as 8 bit TIFF files and analyzed by using a personal computer. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS Some improvements could be observed in the physical performance of the new generation of direct digital radiographic sensors when compared with the earlier generation. Smaller pixels and higher quantum efficiency have improved sensor performance.
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- A G Attaelmanan
- Göteborg University, Department of Oral Diagnostic Radiology, Sweden
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The radiopaque and radiolucent anatomical structures that are superimposed over the root of the maxillary canine tooth in mesaticephalic cats were identified on digital radiographs made at various angles. The vomer bone, the nasal bone, the palatine fissure, and the infraorbital foramen were not superimposed over the root of the canine tooth in the range of angles examined. Superimposition with the palatine sulcus (which is rarely visible clinically because of silhouetting of the soft tissues) only occurred at extreme horizontal (cross-sectional arc) angles. The second premolar tooth was superimposed at a cross-sectional angle of 80 degrees and 90 degrees. The structures of concern in the interpretation of radiographs of the maxillary canine tooth in mesaticephalic cats are the conchal crest, the line of conjunction between the vertical body of the maxilla and its palatine process, the incisivomaxillary canal (which is rarely visible on radiographic images), and the lachrymal canal. Because of their anatomical vicinity, the radiographic position of these structures relative to the maxillary canine tooth can only be minimally changed. It was not possible to identify an "ideal" angle to radiograph the maxillary canine tooth in these four mesaticephalic cats. However, an acceptable compromise between minimal distortion of the image and satisfactory visualization of the root was obtained with the radiographic beam (rostro-caudal rotation) angled at 80 degrees and the skull (rotation in cross-sectional arc) angled at 70 degrees.
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- M Gracis
- Veterinary Hospital, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104-6010, USA
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Abreu M, Tyndall DA, Ludlow JB. Detection of caries with conventional digital imaging and tuned aperture computed tomography using CRT monitor and laptop displays. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1999; 88:234-8. [PMID: 10468469 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(99)70121-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare the diagnostic performance of conventional digital images and tuned aperture computed tomography (TACT) slices in caries detection through use of cathode-ray tube monitor and laptop displays. STUDY DESIGN Forty-two extracted posterior teeth were mounted and imaged with a direct digital radiography system. Conventional digital bitewing projections and TACT slices were acquired. Images were viewed on a high-resolution cathode-ray tube monitor and on an active-matrix laptop display. Eight observers assessed caries status of occlusal and proximal surfaces of the teeth using all combinations of image and display modality. Observers' assessments were compared with the results of histologic examination of tooth sections. Possible differences in receiver operating characteristic curve areas among displays, image modalities, observers, and surfaces were analyzed by means of analysis of variance. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between the diagnostic performances provided by the cathode-ray tube monitor and laptop displays in caries detection (P = .588). In addition, the performances of digital images and TACT slices were not significantly different (P = .843). CONCLUSIONS Modern active-matrix laptop displays provide diagnostic quality for caries detection comparable to that obtainable with cathode-ray tube monitors.
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- M Abreu
- Department of Stomatology, Federal University of Santa Catarina School of Dentistry, Florianopolis, Brazil
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Yoshiura K, Kawazu T, Chikui T, Tatsumi M, Tokumori K, Tanaka T, Kanda S. Assessment of image quality in dental radiography, part 2: optimum exposure conditions for detection of small mass changes in 6 intraoral radiography systems. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1999; 87:123-9. [PMID: 9927091 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(99)70305-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare 2 film systems and several digital intraoral systems with regard to visual image quality through use of a test phantom developed for this purpose. STUDY DESIGN The detectors used for digital imaging were as follows: Computed Dental Radiography (CDR), Digora, Dixel, and Sens-A-Ray without scintillator layer. Two types of digital images were prepared for the observer performance test: one with original gray scales and another with contrast enhancement. Images with and without enhancement from the 4 systems were displayed to 7 observers. The change in the average number of perceptible holes was plotted against exposure, and modified perceptibility curves were created and compared with curves for the film systems. The exposure level at which the maximum number of holes was perceived was defined to be optimum. The optimum exposure levels were determined for each digital system and compared with that of the film systems. At the optimum exposure, the average maximum numbers of perceptible holes in each digital system with and without contrast enhancement were compared with the maximum numbers for the film systems. The minimum exposure levels were determined to be those at which the number of perceptible holes exceeded the number for film, and the possibility of exposure reduction was evaluated. RESULTS All digital systems except the Digora system showed lower optimum exposures than E-speed film. In all digital images without enhancement, however, the maximum number of perceptible holes was significantly lower than that for the film systems at that exposure. With contrast enhancement, all digital systems except the Sens-A-Ray system showed visibility superior to that of the film systems. With the CDR, Digora, and Dixel systems, exposures could be further reduced by a considerable amount, with greater retention of information than was associated with film. CONCLUSIONS Our results strongly suggest that digital systems, if properly used, can exceed film systems in the detection of small mass changes.
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- K Yoshiura
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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Yoshiura K, Kawazu T, Chikui T, Tatsumi M, Tokumori K, Tanaka T, Kanda S. Assessment of image quality in dental radiography, part 1: phantom validity. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1999; 87:115-22. [PMID: 9927090 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(99)70304-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to describe and validate an image-quality phantom to be used in dental radiography for comparison of film and digitally acquired images. STUDY DESIGN An aluminum block of 12 steps, with 7 holes in each step, was covered by acrylic blocks. This phantom was radiographed with Kodak Ultra-speed and Ektaspeed Plus films at 70, 65, and 60 kVp with the whole exposure range available. All together, 50 dental films were randomly sequenced and presented to 7 observers. The average number of perceptible holes from all steps was plotted against exposure for each tube voltage and film type, generating a modified perceptibility curve. The tentative optimum exposure level was determined from perceptibility curves in each experimental condition and compared with that determined by means of the standard aluminum stepwedge and the preset time of the x-ray machine. The density range of this phantom at the optimum exposure was compared with that of clinical dental radiographs. Validity of the phantom was evaluated according to the optimum exposure level from the modified perceptibility curves and the overall density range. Finally, the average maximum numbers of perceptible holes at the tentative optimum exposure level were compared for each tube voltage and film type. The statistical test used was a 2-way factorial analysis of variance. RESULTS The exposure at the perceptibility curve peak approximated that obtained by means of the standard aluminum step-wedge and the time preset by the manufacturer. The overall density range at the perceptibility curve peak covered the clinical density range for each tube voltage and film type. There were no statistically significant differences between film types or among tube voltages. CONCLUSIONS The x-ray attenuation range for this phantom seemed to approximate clinical conditions. In addition, differences in image quality could be quantitatively evaluated by means of the number of the holes seen in the phantom.
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MESH Headings
- Absorptiometry, Photon
- Acrylic Resins
- Analysis of Variance
- Evaluation Studies as Topic
- Guidelines as Topic
- Humans
- Least-Squares Analysis
- Observer Variation
- Phantoms, Imaging/standards
- Radiation Dosage
- Radiography, Dental/instrumentation
- Radiography, Dental/methods
- Radiography, Dental/standards
- Radiography, Dental, Digital/instrumentation
- Radiography, Dental, Digital/standards
- Reference Standards
- Reproducibility of Results
- Scattering, Radiation
- X-Ray Film
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- K Yoshiura
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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Naitoh M, Yuasa H, Toyama M, Shiojima M, Nakamura M, Ushida M, Iida H, Hayashi M, Ariji E. Observer agreement in the detection of proximal caries with direct digital intraoral radiography. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 1998; 85:107-12. [PMID: 9474624 DOI: 10.1016/s1079-2104(98)90407-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to compare several values for consistency obtained by charged-coupled-device-based direct digital intraoral radiography with those obtained by conventional film-based radiography to evaluate observer agreement in determining the depth of proximal caries. STUDY DESIGN A total of 93 proximal surfaces on radiologic images that were obtained by both the conventional film-based bite-wing technique and by direct digital intraoral radiography were evaluated by six observers. One of these observers also evaluated the same images six months after the initial evaluation. The kappa value, consistency ratio, agreement ratio, and Kendall's correlation coefficient were calculated for interobserver and intraobserver agreement. RESULTS The overall kappa values for interobserver agreement were 0.439 and 0.424 in the direct digital system and the film-based radiography, respectively. The depth-related change of the values showed similar patterns in the two modalities for both interobserver and intraobserver agreement. CONCLUSION The digital intraoral system resulted in no deterioration in observer agreement, and it presents no problems for clinical use with respect to the reliability of diagnosis.
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- M Naitoh
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Aichi-Gakuin University School of Dentistry, Nagoya, Japan
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Kullendorff B, Petersson K, Rohlin M. Direct digital radiography for the detection of periapical bone lesions: a clinical study. ENDODONTICS & DENTAL TRAUMATOLOGY 1997; 13:183-9. [PMID: 9550045 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-9657.1997.tb00036.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The aim was to compare the observer performance of direct digital radiography, with and without image processing, with that of conventional radiography, for the detection of periapical bone lesions. For 50 patients, a conventional periapical radiograph using E-speed film was taken. Then, a direct digital image of the same area was made. The images presenting the periapical bone tissue of 59 roots were assessed by seven observers using a 5-point confidence scale. The digital images were first presented as original images, with default contrast and brightness set by the computer system. Following this, the observers were allowed to use the processing facilities for greyscale treatment. The results for original and processed direct digital images and for conventional radiographs were compared by Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis. The area under the ROC curve, calculated as P(A) value, was 0.88 for conventional film, 0.82 for original digital images and 0.78 for processed images. Corresponding Az values were slightly higher, 0.89, 0.84 and 0.81. Statistically significant differences between ROC areas calculated as P(A) values for the methods were found. Comparison between Az values showed no significant differences between conventional radiographs and original digital images, whereas the difference between Az values for original and processed digital images was still significant. It was concluded that conventional film radiography performed slightly better for the detection of periapical bone lesions than direct digital radiography and that image processing did not improve the observer performance.
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- B Kullendorff
- Department of Oral Radiology, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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