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Kalani K, Hoang K, Chinam N, Saleh MHA, Wang HL. Factors associated with furcation involvement and fixed prostheses: A cross-sectional study. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:387. [PMID: 38896131 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-024-05787-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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OBJECTIVE The study aims to explore the relationship between horizontal and vertical furcation involvement (FI) in teeth with or without a single unit fixed prosthesis (FP). MATERIALS AND METHODS Adult subjects presenting to the periodontics department requiring cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) analysis were recruited for this study. 79 patients, with a total of 200 teeth, were split into two groups based on the presence or absence of FP within the same patient. Our analysis considered patient-level factors like smoking, diabetes, and periodontal severity and tooth-level factors including root trunk length (RTL), probing depth (PD), periodontal supracrestal tissue height (STH), supracrestal tissue attachment (STH-PD), interproximal bone distance (IPBD) to the cementoenamel junction (CEJ) (control) or crown margin (Test), and the distance from the furcation to the CEJ (control) or crown margin (Test). Subsequently, we developed a predictive model for FI. RESULTS The presence of a prosthesis had a significant association with FI, with an odds ratio (OR) of 12.8 (p < 0.001). Other factors significantly correlated with FI were periodontitis (OR = 10.9; p = 0.006), buccal furcation site (OR = 5.70; p < 0.001), and PD (OR = 1.90; p = 0.027). FP placement increased IPBD by 1.08 mm (p < 0.001). The predictive model built for FI demonstrated a sensitivity of 92.9% and a specificity of 66.7%. CONCLUSIONS Fixed prosthesis significantly influenced FI only in periodontitis patients. Factors such as periodontitis Stage, probing depth, and buccal site contribute to FI. The high sensitivity of the predictive model highlights the importance of considering these correlations during treatment planning. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Comprehending FI factors is vital for devising customised treatment plans to halt disease progression and enhance outcomes of periodontal regenerative therapies.
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- Khushboo Kalani
- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-1078, USA
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-1078, USA
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-1078, USA
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-1078, USA.
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-1078, USA
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Tanaka R, Lau K, Yeung AWK, Leung WK, Hayashi T, Bornstein MM, Tonetti MS, Pelekos G. Diagnostic application of intraoral ultrasonography to assess furcation involvement in mandibular first molars. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2023; 52:20230027. [PMID: 37172223 PMCID: PMC10461257 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20230027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/14/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The objectives were to clarify if intraoral ultrasonography (USG) is: (1) more accurate than conventional periodontal examinations in detection of furcation involvement, and (2) comparable to conventional periodontal examinations in accurate horizontal classification of furcation involvement in comparison to cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). METHODS The buccal furcation in 61 lower first molars were evaluated with conventional periodontal examinations, intraoral USG and CBCT. The presence and classification of the horizontal depth of furcation involvement were defined clinically by assessment with a Nabers periodontal probe and a periapical radiograph with reference to the bone loss under the fornix. The horizontal depth of furcation involvement was measured in intraoral USG and CBCT images. Based on the measurements, presence diagnosis and horizontal classification were performed. Results from conventional periodontal examinationsand intraoral USG were compared with those from CBCT. RESULTS κ value (κ) for agreement of presence diagnosis of furcation involvement between intraoral USG and CBCT was 0.792, while agreement with conventional periodontal examinations was 0.225. Diagnostic accuracy of intraoral USG exhibited higher values (sensitivity: 98.3%, accuracy: 98.4 %) than conventional periodontal examinations (81.4% and 81.9 %). Weighted κ statistics showed substantial agreement in the classification between intraoral USG and CBCT (κ = 0.674). High agreement (ICC: 0.914) for the measurement of horizontal depth of furcation involvement was found between intraoral USG and CBCT. CONCLUSIONS Intraoral USG may be a reliable diagnostic tool for assessment of furcation involvement of mandibular molars with a similar performance to CBCT, but without ionizing radiation.
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- Ray Tanaka
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health & Medicine, University Center for Dental Medicine Basel UZB, Basel, Switzerland
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- Shanghai Perio-Implant Innovation Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology, National Clinical Research Center of Stomatology, Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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Jolivet G, Huck O, Petit C. Evaluation of furcation involvement with diagnostic imaging methods: a systematic review. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2022; 51:20210529. [PMID: 35787071 PMCID: PMC9717400 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20210529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2021] [Revised: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Multirooted teeth respond less favorably to non-surgical periodontal treatment and long-term tooth prognosis is influenced by the degree of furcation involvement (FI). Therapeutic strategy for multirooted teeth is essentially based on accurate diagnosis of the FI. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the accuracy of the different furcation assessment methods and to determine if radiographic help is needed to determine early stage of FI. METHODS Electronic databases were searched up to March 2021. Comparative studies describing the reliability of different clinical and/or radiological furcation assessment methods were identified. RESULTS A total of 22 studies comparing at least 2 furcation assessment methods, among which 15 retrospective studies, 5 prospective studies, 1 randomized controlled trial and 1 case series, were included in this review. The reliability of cone beam CT (CBCT), intraoral radiographs (IOs), orthopantomograms (OPGs) and MRI to identify FI was evaluated. Using OFS as a reference for FI detection and diagnosis, agreement ranged from 43.3 to 63% for OPG, 38.7 to 83.1% for IO and 82.4 to 84% for CBCT. The validity of the measurements was mainly influenced by the location of the furcation entrance. For radiological diagnosis, CBCT displayed the closest agreement with OFS while the accuracy of IO and OPG showed modest agreement and were influenced by the examiner's experience. CONCLUSION Altogether, it appears that the use of IO, OPG or CBCT allows detection of FI but could not be considered as gold-standard techniques.
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Alasqah M, Alotaibi FD, Gufran K. The Radiographic Assessment of Furcation Area in Maxillary and Mandibular First Molars while Considering the New Classification of Periodontal Disease. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10081464. [PMID: 36011121 PMCID: PMC9408343 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10081464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2022] [Revised: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 08/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate the radiographic reliability in the diagnosis of furcation involvement in first molars. A total of 52 subjects were included in the current study. Personal history regarding smoking was recorded and a periodontal examination was performed. Pocket depth (PD), clinical attachment level (CAL), gingival recession, and furcation involvement in all first molars were assessed for each patient. Periodontal staging and grading were evaluated using the new classification of periodontal disease. Class II and Class III furcation classification were more frequently observed in radiographs than the Class I furcation; however, no significant differences were observed. Radiographic observation of the furcation was seen more when PD and CAL were >5 mm in all molars. The presence of gingival recession and its relation to the radiographic assessment did not reveal any statistically significant association (p > 0.05) except for tooth #16. The trend of visibility of furcation radiographically was more as the grade of staging was increased. Moreover, the presence of smoking habits and visibility of furcation radiographically did not have any statistical significance. Smoking may not be a factor in the furcation involvement. There is a direct relationship between the staging and grading of the periodontitis and furcation involvement.
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- Mohammed Alasqah
- Department of Preventive Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Preventive Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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Accuracy and Reliability of CBCT Compared to Clinical Probing in Detection of Trifurcation Defects: An In Vivo Study. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 2022:5805776. [PMID: 35463972 PMCID: PMC9023149 DOI: 10.1155/2022/5805776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2021] [Revised: 02/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Background Furcation defects are areas of pathological bone resorption in multirooted teeth. The aim of the study was to compare the measurements of trifurcation bone loss, measured using CBCT, versus clinical measurements in order to evaluate the efficacy of CBCT as an adjunctive diagnostic tool. Material and Methods. The included patients had both CBCT scans for maxillary molars and completed periodontal charts. Clinical examination consisted of probing and detection of vertical and horizontal furcation defects. These were measured and recorded. CBCT measurements were then evaluated using the linear measuring tool in Carestream imaging software (Carestream, Rochester, USA) and iCAT (Imaging Sciences, Hatfield, USA). These measurements of the CBCT images were then documented and compared to clinical findings. The two examiners were blinded to each other's measurements. Results The most common tooth with a detected furcation defect was tooth #2 (31.7%), followed by tooth #15 (26.8%) and #3 (21.9%). The least common tooth with a detected furcation defect was #14 (19.5%). The mean values of buccal furcation for clinical and CBCT measurements were 3.01 mm and 2.6 mm, respectively. The measurements of mesial furcation were 2.5 mm and 2.2 mm for CBCT. The distal measurement of clinical examination was 2.7 mm and for CBCT was 2.44 mm. Conclusion CBCT can be used as an adjunct to clinical furcation measurements and adds useful diagnostic information to assess trifurcation defects. In addition, CBCT limited field of view (FOV) can provide relatively high-resolution images at a reduced dose that is comparable to two-dimensional imaging.
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Swami RK, Kolte AP, Kolte RA. Clinico-radiographic comparative evaluation of 1% metformin gel plus platelet-rich fibrin over platelet-rich fibrin alone in treatment of Grade II furcation defects: A randomized controlled double-blind clinical trial. J Periodontol 2021; 93:644-655. [PMID: 34533832 DOI: 10.1002/jper.21-0233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2021] [Revised: 08/13/2021] [Accepted: 08/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND The present study was aimed to evaluate and compare the effects of 1% MF plus PRF over PRF alone in treatment of Grade II furcation defects, clinically and radiographically by using cone-beam computed tomography. METHODS This split-mouth clinical trial randomly allotted 21 patients with 42 bilateral Grade II furcation defects into two groups. Group I was treated with PRF alone while Group II with 1% MF gel and PRF. The primary outcome parameters were clinical attachment level (CAL) and horizontal probing depth (HPD) while the secondary outcome parameters were probing depth (PD) and defect volume (DV). The clinical parameters were evaluated at 3, 6, and 12 months and the radiographic parameters at 12 months. RESULTS Both the study groups yielded improvements in assessed parameters; however, significantly greater mean reduction of PD, HPD, and CAL gain was observed in Group II (3.90 ± 0.78 mm, 2.94 ± 0.80 mm, and 3.42 ± 0.93 mm) in comparison with Group I (3.23 ± 0.90 mm, 1.96 ± 0.80 mm, and 2.67 ± 0.88 mm) at 12 months, respectively. A significant reduction of DV was exhibited radiographically in Group II (12.61 ± 4.01 mm3 ) as compared with Group I (9.14 ± 4.31 mm3 ) at the end of 12 months. CONCLUSIONS Better clinical and radiographic findings in terms of reduction in PD, HPD, CAL gain, and significant reduction in DV in Group II patients indicated that the combination therapy of 1% MF + PRF promotes regenerative ability within the periodontal tissues in Grade II furcation defects to a greater extent.
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- Renuka K Swami
- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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Berghuis G, Cosyn J, De Bruyn H, Hommez G, Dierens M, Christiaens V. A controlled study on the diagnostic accuracy of panoramic and peri-apical radiography for detecting furcation involvement. BMC Oral Health 2021; 21:115. [PMID: 33711975 PMCID: PMC7953617 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-021-01460-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Accepted: 02/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The aims of this study were (1) to determine the accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity of panoramic and peri-apical radiographs in diagnosing furcation involvement, as well as (2) to evaluate the possible impact of clinical experience on these diagnostic parameters. METHODS An existing radiographic dataset of periodontitis patients requiring implant surgery was retrospectively examined for furcation involvement. Criteria for inclusion were the presence of a CBCT, panoramic and peri-apical radiograph of the site of interest within a one-year time frame. All furcation sites were classified using the CBCT, which was considered as the gold standard, according to Hamp's index (1975). Ten experienced examiners and 10 trainees were asked to assess furcation involvement for the same defects using only the corresponding panoramic and peri-apical radiographs. Absolute agreement, Cohen's weighted kappa, sensitivity, specificity and ROC-curves were analyzed. RESULTS The study sample included 60 furcation sites in 29 multi-rooted teeth from 17 patients. On average, 20/60 furcations were correctly classified according to the panoramic radiographs, corresponding to a weighted kappa score of 0.209, indicating slight agreement. Similarly, an average of 19/60 furcations were correctly classified according to the peri-apical radiographs, corresponding to a weighted kappa score of 0.211, also indicating slight agreement. No significant difference between panoramic and peri-apical radiography was found (P = 0.903). When recategorizing FI Grades into 'no to limited FI' (FI Grade 0 and I) and 'advanced FI' (FI Grade II and III), the panoramic and peri-apical radiography showed low sensitivity (0.558 and 0.441, respectively), yet high specificity (0.791 and 0.790, respectively) for identifying advanced FI. The ROC-curves for the panoramic and peri-apical radiographs were 0.79 and 0.69 respectively. No significant difference was found between experienced periodontists and trainees (P = 0.257 versus P = 0.880). CONCLUSION Panoramic and peri-apical radiography are relevant tools in the diagnosis of FI and provide high specificity. Ideally, they are best used in combination with furcation probing, which shows high sensitivity. Furthermore, clinical experience does not seem to improve the accuracy of a radiological diagnosis of furcation sites. TRIAL REGISTRATION Patient radiographic datasets were retrospectively analyzed.
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- Gijs Berghuis
- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium.,Oral Health Research Group (ORHE), Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Laarbeeklaan 103, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium.,Department of Dentistry- Implantology and Periodontology, Research Institute Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Philips Van Leydenlaan 25, 6525 EX, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium
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- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium
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- Oral Health Sciences, Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, 9000, Ghent, Belgium
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Assiri H, Dawasaz AA, Alahmari A, Asiri Z. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in periodontal diseases: a Systematic review based on the efficacy model. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:191. [PMID: 32641102 PMCID: PMC7341656 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01106-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2019] [Accepted: 04/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background Periodontal diseases are prevalent among adult populations. Its diagnosis depends mainly on clinical findings supported by radiographic examinations. In previous decades, cone beam computed tomography has been introduced to the dental field. The aim of this study was to address the diagnostic efficacy of cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging in periodontics based on a systematic search and analysis of the literature using the hierarchical efficacy model. Methods A systematic search of electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane was conducted in February 2019 to identify studies addressing the efficacy of CBCT imaging in Periodontics. The identified studies were subjected to pre-identified inclusion criteria followed by an analysis using a hierarchical model of efficacy (model) designed for an appraisal of the literature on diagnostic imaging modality. Four examiners performed the eligibility and quality assessment of relevant studies and consensus was reached in cases where disagreement occurred. Results The search resulted in 64 studies. Of these, 34 publications were allocated to the relevant level of efficacy and quality assessments wherever applicable. The overall diagnostic accuracy of the included studies showed a low or moderate risk of bias and applicability concerns in the use of CBCT. In addition, CBCT is accurate in identifying periodontal defects when compared to other modalities. The studies on the level of patient outcomes agreed that CBCT is a reliable tool for the assessment of outcomes after the treatment of periodontal defects. Conclusion CBCT was found to be beneficial and accurate in cases of infra-bony defects and furcation involvements.
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- Hassan Assiri
- Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Science, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Science, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Periodontology, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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Walter C, Schmidt JC, Rinne CA, Mendes S, Dula K, Sculean A. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for diagnosis and treatment planning in periodontology: systematic review update. Clin Oral Investig 2020; 24:2943-2958. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03326-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 05/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Yusof NAM, Noor E, Reduwan NH, Yusof MYPM. Diagnostic accuracy of periapical radiograph, cone beam computed tomography, and intrasurgical linear measurement techniques for assessing furcation defects: a longitudinal randomised controlled trial. Clin Oral Investig 2020; 25:923-932. [PMID: 32535703 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03380-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), periapical radiograph, and intrasurgical linear measurements in the assessment of molars with furcation defects. MATERIALS AND METHODS This parallel, single-blinded, randomised controlled trial (RCT) consisted of 22 periodontitis patients who had molar with advanced furcation involvement (FI). All patients followed the same inclusion criteria and were treated following the same protocol, except for radiographic evaluation (CBCT vs. periapical). This study proposed and evaluated five parameters that represent the extent and severity of furcation defects in molars teeth, including CEJ-BD (clinical attachment loss), BL-H (depth), BL-V (height), RT (root trunk), and FW (width). RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences between CBCT and intrasurgical linear measurements for any clinical parameter (p > 0.05). However, there were statistically significant differences in BL-V measurements (p < 0.05) between periapical and intrasurgical measurements in maxillary molars. Meanwhile, the sensitivity were 62.8% and 56.9% for CBCT and periapical, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Overall, when compared to the intrasurgical measurements, CBCT provided better diagnostic, sensitivity, and quantitative information on CAL, height, depth, and width of the furcation defects than periapical radiograph. CLINICAL RELEVANCE An accurate presurgical furcation diagnostic can guide the clinicians from the stage of diagnosis to definitive management so that unnecessary periodontal surgical interventions can be prevented.
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- Nurul Ain Mohamed Yusof
- Center for Periodontology Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- Center for Periodontology Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostics and Medicine Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostics and Medicine Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia.,Institute of Pathology, Laboratory and Forensic Medicine (I-PPerForM), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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Zhao HY, Wang N, Ding Y, Zheng HY, Qian JR. [Accuracy of cone beam computed tomography in assessing maxillary molar furcation involvement]. HUA XI KOU QIANG YI XUE ZA ZHI = HUAXI KOUQIANG YIXUE ZAZHI = WEST CHINA JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY 2020; 38:270-273. [PMID: 32573133 DOI: 10.7518/hxkq.2020.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the accuracy of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in detecting furcation involvement (FI) in maxillary molars. METHODS Thirty-one maxillary molars of 15 patients with generalized chronic periodontitis considered for furcation surgery were assessed. Clinical examination and CBCT were performed, and the FI degree was evaluated. Clinical and CBCT-based FI assessments were compared with intrasurgical data. RESULTS The agreement between clinical and intrasurgical assessments was weak in all sites, with a kappa of less than 0.4; the complete, overestimated, and underestimated agreement percentages were 42.0%, 24.7%, and 33.3%, respectively. The agreement between the CBCT and intrasurgical assessments was strong, with a ka ppa of 0.831; the complete, overestimated, and underestimated agreement percentages were 88.2%, 3.2%, and 8.6%, respectively. The agreement between both assessments was the highest in the buccal furcation entrance (κ=0.896), followed by that in the distopalatal (κ=0.822) and mesiopalatal (κ=0.767) furcation entrances. CONCLUSIONS CBCT images demonstrated high accuracy in assessing the horizontal bone loss of FI in maxillary molars.
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- Hai-Yan Zhao
- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Dept. of Periodontology, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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Komšić S, Plančak D, Kašaj A, Puhar I. A Comparison of Clinical and Radiological Parameters in the Evaluation of Molar Furcation Involvement in Periodontitis. Acta Stomatol Croat 2019; 53:326-336. [PMID: 32099258 PMCID: PMC6993470 DOI: 10.15644/asc53/4/3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Objective The aim of this study was to compare clinical, intra-surgical, 2D (panoramic) and 3D (CBCT)-based parameters in assessing molar furcation involvement (FI). Materials and Methods Six patients with generalized periodontitis Stage II to IV, Grade B and C who were scheduled for the periodontal flap surgical treatment were recruited in the study. In total, 38 molar teeth with 93 furcation sites were analysed. All subjects had comprehensive periodontal examination, which included an assessment of molar FI using Naber’s probe according to modified Glickman’s classification. Periodontal surgery was performed in patients with at least one maxillary molar with probing depth of ≥6 mm. This probing demonstrated lower grade of FI compared with intra-surgical findings. Results Periodontal probing, intra-surgical measurement and measurements based on CBCT significantly correlated with each other regarding the assessment of FI, with r values ranging between 0.81 to 1.00 (p<0.01). The correlation of panoramic radiograph with periodontal probing is 0.49, with CBCT 0.39 and with intra-surgical measurements 0.36. The results showed an excellent agreement and higher accuracy between intra-surgical measurements and CBCT (0.96), in contrast to clinical examination and panoramic radiography- 0.87 and 0.63 respectively. Different clinical and radiological modalities showed a correlation among each other. They are accurate and have their own benefits, which makes (renders) them useful in establishing periodontal diagnosis and treatment planning. Conclusion However, CBCT offers significant advantages including excellent agreement and higher accuracy and can be used as justified as excellent diagnostic tool in detecting and locating FI to provide a more reliable diagnosis and basis for treatment decisions.
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- Sanja Komšić
- Dental Office Michael Wolf and Colleagues, Patrickstrasse 2, 65191 Wiesbaden
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, and Clinical Department of Periodontology, Clinical Hospital Center
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- Department of Periodontology, Department of operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Medical Center Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, and Clinical Department of Periodontology, Clinical Hospital Center
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Comparison of linear and volumetric measurements obtained from periodontal defects by using cone beam-CT and micro-CT: an in vitro study. Clin Oral Investig 2018; 23:2235-2244. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-018-2665-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2018] [Accepted: 09/25/2018] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Zhang W, Foss K, Wang BY. A retrospective study on molar furcation assessment via clinical detection, intraoral radiography and cone beam computed tomography. BMC Oral Health 2018; 18:75. [PMID: 29724208 PMCID: PMC5934848 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-018-0544-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2018] [Accepted: 04/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background Accurate determination of bone loss at the molar furcation region by clinical detection and intraoral radiograph is challenging in many instances. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is expected to open a new horizon in periodontal assessment. The purpose of this study was to compare and correlate accuracy of molar furcation assessment via clinical detection, intraoral radiography and CBCT images. Methods Eighty-three patients with chronic periodontitis who had existing CBCT scans were included. Furcation involvement was assessed on maxillary and mandibular first molars. Periodontal charts (modified Glickman’s classification), intraoral (periapical and/or bitewing) radiographs (recorded as presence or absence) and axial CBCT reconstructions were used to evaluate furcation involvement on buccal and palatal/lingual sites. The correlation of furcation assessment by the three methods was evaluated by Pearson analysis. Results There were significant correlations (p < 0.05) between clinical detection and intraoral radiography, clinical detection and CBCT, as well as intraoral radiography and CBCT at all the measured sites (r values range between 0.230 to 0.644). CBCT generally exhibited higher correlation with clinical detection relative to intraoral radiography, especially at distal palatal side of maxillary first molar (p < 0.05). In addition, CBCT provided more accurate assessment, with bone loss measurement up to 2 decimals in millimeters, whereas clinical detection had 3 classes and the intraoral radiographs usually only detected the presence of furcation involvement in Glickman Class 2 and 3. Conclusions This study validates that CBCT is a valuable tool in molar furcation assessment in addition to clinical detection and intraoral radiography.
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- Wenjian Zhang
- Department of Diagnostic & Biomedical Sciences, University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston, 7500 Cambridge Street, Houston, TX, 77054, USA.
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- University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston, 7500 Cambridge Street, Houston, TX, 77054, USA
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- Department of Periodontics & Dental Hygiene, University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston, 7500 Cambridge Street, Houston, TX, 77054, USA
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Heym R, Krause S, Hennessen T, Pitchika V, Ern C, Hickel R. A Computer-Assisted Training Approach for Performing and Charting Periodontal Examinations: A Retrospective Study. J Dent Educ 2018; 82:76-83. [PMID: 29292329 DOI: 10.21815/jde.018.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2017] [Accepted: 06/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The aim of this study was to retrospectively investigate the development of a model-based, computer-assisted training approach for performing and charting periodontal examinations in a dental clinic in Germany. The study was initiated in summer semester 2013 and repeated in two consecutive semesters (S1: 44 students, S2: 48 students, and S3: 61 students) because technical features were introduced (S2: feedback and time control; S3: input control). In each semester, new dental students who had never performed periodontal examinations participated. Students were divided into two groups and received intense training at different time points. Agreement levels were calculated at baseline, after the first group received training, and after the second group received training. Comparisons were also made among the semesters. All 153 enrolled students in the three semesters participated. The results showed that probing depth accuracy significantly decreased in S1 from baseline to training completion (79.9% to 74.5%), and the probing depth accuracy significantly increased in S2 (76.1% to 78.9%) and S3 (77.2% to 82.3%). The students who received intense training at a late stage of the tutorial showed greater improvement, especially in the case of S3. Small changes in accuracy were observed for recession (S1: 94.5% to 96.1%; S2: 93.8% to 93.9%; S3: 95.4% to 96.6%). Accuracy for furcation involvement improved significantly in S1 (46.1% to 52.0%), S2 (46.8% to 59.7%), and S3 (44.2% to 58.3%); the improvements occurred when the students received intense training. The time taken for periodontal examination decreased significantly for S2 (23.6 to 14.2 min) and S3 (25.7 to 13.9 min). This study found that when feedback was provided, the students' periodontal examinations improved in accuracy and duration.
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- Richard Heym
- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany.
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- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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- Dr. Heym is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Krause is a dentist in private practice; Mr. Hennessen is a dental student, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Pitchika is a dentist, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; Dr. Ern is Associate Professor in Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany; and Dr. Hickel is Head, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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Haas LF, Zimmermann GS, De Luca Canto G, Flores-Mir C, Corrêa M. Precision of cone beam CT to assess periodontal bone defects: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2017; 47:20170084. [PMID: 28869397 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20170084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Evaluate the diagnostic validity of CBCT in measuring periodontal bone defects when compared with the reference standard (in situ measurement). METHODS Studies in which the main objective was to evaluate the diagnostic validity of CBCT in measuring periodontal bone defects when compared with the reference standard were selected. Four databases were searched. The studies were selected by two independent reviewers. The methodology of selected studies was assessed using the 14-item Quality Assessment Tool for Diagnostic Accuracy Studies. The quality of evidence and strength of recommendation was assessed by The Grading of Recommendations Assessment Tool, Development and Evaluation. RESULTS Using a selection process in two phases, 16 studies were identified and, in seven articles meta-analysis was performed. The results from these meta-analyses showed that no difference between the measurements of CBCT and in situ for alveolar bone loss, and demonstrated a concordance of 82.82% between CBCT and in situ for the classification of the degree of furcation involvement. CONCLUSIONS Based on a moderate level of evidence, CBCT could be useful for furcation involvement periodontal cases, but it should only be used in cases where clinical evaluation and conventional radiographic imaging do not provide the information necessary for an adequate diagnosis and proper periodontal treatment planning.
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- Letícia Fernanda Haas
- 1 Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- 2 Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Santa Catarina, Brazil.,3 Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- 3 Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- 2 Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Kim DM, Bassir SH. When Is Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Imaging Appropriate for Diagnostic Inquiry in the Management of Inflammatory Periodontitis? An American Academy of Periodontology Best Evidence Review. J Periodontol 2017; 88:978-998. [DOI: 10.1902/jop.2017.160505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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- David M. Kim
- Department of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity, Division of Periodontology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity, Division of Periodontology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
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Heym R, Krause S, Hennessen T, Pitchika V, Ern C, Hickel R. A New Model for Training in Periodontal Examinations Using Manikins. J Dent Educ 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2016.80.12.tb06229.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Richard Heym
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology; Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich; Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology; Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich; Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology; Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich; Germany
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Zhang H, Wang J, Ma H, Zhou Y, Ma X, Liu J, Huang J, Yu N. Bilayered PLGA/Wool Keratin Composite Membranes Support Periodontal Regeneration in Beagle Dogs. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2016; 2:2162-2175. [PMID: 33465892 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6b00357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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- Hualin Zhang
- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
- General Hospital of Ningxia
Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- School
and Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College
of Stomatology, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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Nikolic-Jakoba N, Spin-Neto R, Wenzel A. Cone-Beam Computed Tomography for Detection of Intrabony and Furcation Defects: A Systematic Review Based on a Hierarchical Model for Diagnostic Efficacy. J Periodontol 2016; 87:630-44. [PMID: 26876352 DOI: 10.1902/jop.2016.150636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this review is to assess the diagnostic efficacy of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) for the diagnosis of and/or treatment planning for intrabony and furcation defects, using a well-known six-tiered hierarchical model for diagnostic efficacy. METHODS The MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library bibliographic databases were searched until August 2015 for studies evaluating CBCT imaging for the diagnosis of and/or treatment planning for intrabony and/or furcation defects. The search strategy was restricted to English language publications using the combination of MeSH terms, free terms, and key words. RESULTS The search strategy yielded 16 publications that qualitatively or quantitatively evaluated the use of CBCT for the detection of intrabony and/or furcation defects and how CBCT influenced the diagnosis and/or treatment plan. According to Quality Assessment of Studies of Diagnostic Accuracy-2, all included studies were medium to low risk of bias. The review identified only one study that investigated the societal efficacy, and none evaluated the patient outcome efficacy or therapeutic efficacy. One study investigated the diagnostic thinking efficacy. All other included studies investigated the diagnostic accuracy of CBCT. CONCLUSIONS From the assessed studies, it can be concluded that there is not sufficient scientific evidence to justify the use of CBCT for the diagnosis of and/or treatment planning for intrabony and furcation defects. Furthermore, the effectiveness of CBCT for such diagnostic tasks has been assessed only at low diagnostic efficacy levels.
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- Natasa Nikolic-Jakoba
- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Dentistry, Section of Oral Radiology, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Dentistry, Section of Oral Radiology, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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