scholarly journals Radiographic Detection of the Relationship Between Tonsilloliths and Dental Plaque-Related Pathologies in a Series of Digital Panoramic Radiographs

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ezgi Gurbuz ◽  
Mujgan Gungor ◽  
Hasan Hatipoglu
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Bone Loss ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Panoramic Radiograph ◽  
Apical Periodontitis ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Panoramic Images ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Bone Height

Objective: The purpose of this study was to analyse the prevalence of tonsilloliths and to determine radiographically whether there is a relationship between tonsilloliths and dental plaque-related pathologies in a series of digital panoramic radiographs. Materials and Methods: This retrospective study included digital panoramic radiographs of 859 patients admitted for a routine dental examination. The panoramic images were examined for both the presence of tonsilloliths and the number of decayed, missing, restored tooth and apical periodontitis. Periodontal bone loss was also measured in thirds of optimal bone height according to the root length and finally a percentage of bone loss was obtained for each panoramic radiograph evaluated. Results: Tonsilloliths were observed in 141 (16.4%) of all individuals. While there was no significant difference regarding the number of decayed teeth and restored teeth between tonsillolith cases (TT) and cases without tonsillolith (TC), the number of missing teeth and apical periodontitis in TT was significantly higher than TC (p: 0.004, p: 0.030, respectively). There was a significant difference between the groups in terms of the mean percentage of bone loss (p: 0.001; p< 0.05). In addition, cases showing bone loss between one-third and two-thirds of the optimal bone height in the TT group (52.5%) were significantly higher than those in TC (45.5%) (p: 0.035; p< 0.05). Conclusion: The relationship between dental plaque-related pathologies and tonsilloliths, observed in this retrospective study, should be confirmed by Computed Tomography studies and randomized, prospective, clinical trials conducted in a multidisciplinary manner.

scholarly journals The Effect of Original and Invert Enhanced Panoramic Modality on the Assessment of the Relationship Between the Maxillary Posterior Roots and the Maxillary Sinus Floor

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 38-44
Author(s):  
Onur S¸ahin ◽  
Kemal Özgür Demiralp
Keyword(s):  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Root Apex ◽  
Preoperative Treatment ◽  
Posterior Teeth ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Panoramic Images ◽  
Maxillary Sinus Floor ◽  
Sinus Floor ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Having knowledge about the anatomical and pathological relationship between the maxillary posterior root tip and the maxillary sinus floor is very significant for preoperative treatment planning. Aims and Objectives: The purpose of the present study was to compare the accuracy of original panoramic radiographs and digital panoramic images over cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images in evaluating the relationship between the maxillary posterior teeth and the maxillary sinus floor, and to verify the accuracy of the signs of the relationship between the roots of the maxillary posterior teeth and maxillary sinus on the panoramic radiographs over CBCT images. Materials and Methods: From 106 subjects (47 males and 59 females; mean age = 39 years; range = 18-67 years) referred to our university, a pair of panoramic and CBCT images was selected for further analysis. The relationship between the maxillary posterior teeth, the maxillary sinus, and panoramic radiography signs (root projection into the sinus, interruption of the maxillary sinus floor cortex, absence of lamina dura, darkening of the root apex, and curvature of the sinus floor on the root apex) associated with the protrusion of root apexes into the sinus was evaluated. Results: The P values of the data obtained from the original and invert enhanced panoramic images were .53 and .52, respectively, and there was no statistically significant difference in the accuracy of the 2 methods ( P > .05). Conclusion: The root projection into the sinus is an indicative sign of root protrusion into the sinus on CBCT.

scholarly journals Relationship between orthodontic treatment and gingival health: A retrospective study

2014 ◽  
Vol 08 (03) ◽  
pp. 373-380 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatma Boke ◽  
Cagri Gazioglu ◽  
Sevil Akkaya ◽  
Murat Akkaya
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Gingival Recession ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Lower Incisor ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the relationship between orthodontic treatment and gingival health. Materials and Methods: A total of 251 patients among whom 177 were girls and 74 were boys, recruited from the records pool of the Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Gazi, were included in the study. Patients’ treatments have been completed by postgraduate students during the period between 2006 and 2012. Patients’ folders were analyzed according to their age, treatment time, and the type of orthodontic treatment. Intra-oral photographs were analyzed, and the presence or absence of visible plaque, visible inflammation, and gingival recession were recorded, and incisor inclinations analyzed on lateral cephalometric films, before and after orthodontic treatment. Results: No statistically significant difference was found in patients treated with functional appliances before and after treatment. In patients treated with fixed orthodontic appliances, visible plaque, visible inflammation, and gingival recession showed significant increases after treatment, gingival biotype did not show any significant difference. Positive correlation was found between lower incisor position and gingival recession in patients treated with fixed appliance and extraction. And also cuspids were the teeth with the highest prevalence of gingival recession. Conclusion: Considering the relationship between orthodontic treatment and gingival health, cooperation among patients, orthodontists, and periodontists is important.

scholarly journals Image-based study of marginal bone loss in teeth restored with cast endodontic posts

2018 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 353-359
Author(s):  
Sandro Luiz FARIAS ◽  
Milena Bortolloto Felippe SILVA ◽  
Rielson José Alves CARDOSO ◽  
Marcelo SPERANDIO
Keyword(s):  
Bone Loss ◽  
Root Length ◽  
Cone Beam ◽  
Marginal Bone Loss ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Cone Beam Tomography ◽  
Bone Height

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to assess marginal bone loss in teeth restored with endodontic posts on all four aspects of the teeth using cone beam tomography. Bone loss was assessed via scores (0-5) in relation to root length and bone height. The results showed that the scores for the contralateral and restored sides, respectively, ranged from 0 to 3 and 0 to 5 buccally, 0 to 4 and 0 to 4 palatally, 0 to 3 and 0 and 4 mesially and 0 to 3 and 0 to 4 distally. A significant difference in bone loss was observed between the post-restored teeth and their contralaterals for the buccal, lingual/palatal and mesial aspects (p<0.05), with teeth bearing endodontic posts scoring highest. In conclusion, marginal bone loss was higher in teeth restored with intra-canal posts when compared to their sound contralaterals.

scholarly journals Are Panoramic Radiographs Reliable to Diagnose Mild Alveolar Bone Resorption?

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Larissa Semenoff ◽  
Tereza Aparecida Delle Semenoff ◽  
Fabio Luiz Miranda Pedro ◽  
Evaristo Ricci Volpato ◽  
Maria Aparecida de Andrade Moreira Machado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bone Resorption ◽  
Bone Loss ◽  
Alveolar Bone ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Research Protocol ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Minimum Distortion

It is extremely important to assess variations between the most used radiographs in dental practice, since minimum distortion on obtained images may change diagnosis, treatment plan, and prognosis for the patient. For this, the distance between the enamel-cementum junction and the alveolar bone crest was measured on conventional and digitized periapical, bitewing, and panoramic radiographs and compared among them. From a total of 1484 records, 39 sets of radiographs that fulfilled the inclusion criteria of the study sample were selected. The measurements were grouped according to the intensity of bone loss. Statistically significant difference was found in the averages of the measurements assessed in radiographs with absence of bone loss between conventional panoramic and periapical radiographs, between digitized panoramic and periapical radiographs and between digitized bitewing and panoramic radiographs. By analyzing the results of this work and considering the research protocol used, one can conclude that small losses in height of alveolar bone crest observed in panoramic radiographs should be cautiously evaluated, as they may be overestimated.

Sulphur By-Product: The Relationship between Volatile Sulphur Compounds and Dental Plaque-Induced Gingivitis

2004 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 27-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hui Zhou ◽  
Gayle B. McCombs ◽  
Michele L. Darby ◽  
K. Marinak
Keyword(s):  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Spearman Correlation ◽  
Gingival Inflammation ◽  
Sulphur Compounds ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Experimental Gingivitis ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Volatile Sulphur Compounds ◽  
Diamond Probe ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) and gingival health status, and to monitor the changes in VSC in early dental plaque-induced gingivitis. Using an experimental gingivitis model, twelve subjects between 19 and 28 years old, with a healthy gingival status, refrained from brushing and flossing one randomly selected half of the mandibular arch for two weeks. At baseline and during six subsequent appointments, gingival inflammation (GI), bleeding on probing (BOP), and sulfide levels (SUL) were measured using the Gingival Index and the Diamond Probe/Perio 2000 System. The Spearman correlation was used to compare the relationships between SUL, GI, and BOP on the brushing (B) and non-brushing (NB) sides. Data on the NB side revealed a stronger correlation than on the B side. Wilcoxon rank sum was used to evaluate the differences between mean SUL, GI, and BOP scores on the B and NB sides over time. Results indicate that SUL were the first periodontal parameter to show a significant difference between sides. SUL were significantly higher on the NB side at 4 of the 6 data collection intervals; therefore, SUL may be associated with the initiation and progression of early plaque-induced gingivitis. Citation Zhou H, McCombs GB, Darby ML, et. al. Sulphur By-Product: The Relationship between Volatile Sulphur Compounds and Dental Plaque-Induced Gingivitis. J Contemp Dent Pract 2004 May;(5)2:027-039.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Implant Survival by Analysing Dental Panoramic Radiographs: 10-Year Retrospective Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kader Cesur Aydin ◽  
Selin Gaş
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Dental Implants ◽  
Vertical Position ◽  
Implant Survival ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
First Choice ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Initial Radiograph

SummaryBackground/Aim: Panoramic radiographs have been used widely for pre-implant evaluation and the preparation of treatment protocols. Panoramic radiography is often the first choice method for the implant placements because it gives information on the overall shape of the jaws, the position of the maxillary sinus floor and the nasal cavity floor, and vertical position of the mandibular canal and the mental foramen in relation to dental implants. The specific aim of the present study was to evaluate 10-year survival rate of dental implants by analysis of dental panoramic radiographs.Material and Methods: This retrospective study was conducted on 507 panoramic radiographs of 156 implant patients. Initial oral health status, proceedings of Restorative/Endodontic treatments before implant placement, missing number of teeth and edentulism types, finalization of implant related prosthetic treatments during controls, implant quality scorings at baseline/ controls and implant fails were analyzed.Results: The study results reveal statistically significant difference between the performed R/E treatment rates, according to the need for R/E treatments (p= 0.008). During the initial radiograph 96.1% of the implants were successful and 3.9% had satisfactory survival. At last control 86% of the implants were successful, 10.3% had satisfactory survival, 1% had impairment in survival and 2.8% were unsuccessful. The change in the last control compared to the initial radiograph is statistically significant (p= 0.000) regarding satisfactory survival.Conclusion: Long-term implant survival is not significantly affected by gender, age, type of edentulism, the presence of periodontal disease, R/E treatment needs, implant location, prosthesis type, and the presence of multiple implants.

scholarly journals Trends of Implant Placement in Relation to Crestal Bone Level in a Private Dental Institute

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL3) ◽  
pp. 358-362
Author(s):  
Rinieshah Nair R Baskran ◽  
Rajendra Prabhu Abhinav ◽  
Murugaiyan Arun ◽  
Balaji Ganesh S
Keyword(s):  
Bone Loss ◽  
Dental Implants ◽  
P Value ◽  
Marginal Bone Loss ◽  
Oral Rehabilitation ◽  
Implant Placement ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Bone Level ◽  
Natural Dentition ◽  
Bone Height

Dental implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable prosthetic teeth that are made to match natural dentition. It has become an ideal method of oral rehabilitation after missing natural dentition has been recognised as a reliable tool for dental reconstruction and aesthetics. Marginal bone loss is characterized by a reduction in bone loss is characterized by a reduction in bone level both vertically and horizontally. The levels at which dental implants are placed include sub-crystal, equi-crestal, and supra-crestal. The crestal levels affect bone height significantly. Failure to do so will lead to peri-implant bone loss which will affect the implant function and ultimately implant failure. A retrospective study was conducted based on a university setting. 615 patients with 1141 implant sites were reviewed from June 2019 to March 2020. Excel tabulation and SPSS analysis were done for data analysis. There was a statistically significant difference between the variables that included tooth region, crestal relation and site (jaw)—[p-value<0.05] The most common crestal relation of implant placement is equi-crestal implant placement. The assessment of trends of implant placement in relation to crestal bone level shows that equi-crestal implant is the most preferred crestal relation of implant placement in Saveetha Dental College.

scholarly journals Periapical Status and Quality of Root Fillings and Coronal Restorations in an Adult Turkish Subpopulation

2010 ◽  
Vol 04 (01) ◽  
pp. 017-022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nimet Gencoglu ◽  
Filiz Namdar Pekiner ◽  
Birsay Gumru ◽  
Dilek Helvacioglu
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Apical Periodontitis ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Low Prevalence ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACTObjectives: To investigate the quality of root fillings and coronal restorations and their association with periapical status in an adult Turkish subpopulation.Methods: A total of 400 subjects were examined. Panoramic radiographs of all participants and additional periapical radiographs of affected teeth were processed. The frequency of root canal treatment and the periapical status of all root filled teeth were evaluated. The relationship between the radiographic quality of root fillings and coronal restorations was examined by chi-squared statistical analysis.Results: A total of 9460 teeth were examined. The total number of root filled teeth was 890 (9.39%), and 658 (73.9%) had apical periodontitis (AP). There was a significant correlation between the presence of periapical pathology and inadequate root canal fillings (P <.05). Presence of AP in root filled teeth was associated with inadequate adaptation of the filling (OR=1.097; P=0.54), and with poor radiographic quality of the coronal restoration (OR=0.91; P=0.70), and with poor radiographic quality of the filling restoration (OR=0.97; P=0.92). Only 24.5% of the root fillings were adequate. The highest percentage of root fillings was found in maxillary right first molars (6.9%).Conclusions: The results demonstrate a low prevalence of root-filled teeth and poor quality of coronal restorations and root fillings consistent with a high prevalence of apical periodontitis in a Turkish subpopulation. (Eur J Dent 2010;4:17-22)

scholarly journals Evaluation of the relationship between periodontal risk and carotid artery calcifications on panoramic radiographs

2015 ◽  
Vol 09 (04) ◽  
pp. 483-489 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gulen Kamak ◽  
Eren Yildirim ◽  
Emin Rencber
Keyword(s):  
Carotid Artery ◽  
Bone Loss ◽  
Tooth Loss ◽  
Alveolar Bone ◽  
Significant Relation ◽  
Panoramic Radiographs ◽  
Carotid Artery Calcification ◽  
Periodontal Risk ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Carotid Calcification

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate if there is a relationship between findings of carotid artery calcification (CAC) and periodontal risk in nonsmoker subjects by using panoramic radiographs (DPR). Materials and Methods: A total of 1146 DPRs were investigated. Gender, age, severity of bone loss, tooth loss, periodontal risk, and findings of carotid calcification were recorded. The periodontal risk was evaluated and classified according to the degree of alveolar bone loss. Results: CAC was diagnosed in %13.6 (n: 156) of DPRs. Of 1146 patients, 338 (29.5%) had low, 668 (60%) had moderate, and 120 (10.5%) had high periodontal risk. A statistically significant relation was observed between carotid calcification and periodontal risk. Conclusion: Positive findings of carotid calcification may be related with periodontal problems. Clinicians must be careful about diagnosing CACs on DPRs during routine examinations. In the case of positive findings of CAC and periodontitis together, the patient may be consulted to a specialist for further investigation.

Evaluation of Alveolar Bone Support of the Permanent Canine in Cleft and Noncleft Patients

2006 ◽  
Vol 43 (6) ◽  
pp. 678-682 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Boyarskiy ◽  
Hyung Jun Choi ◽  
Kitae Park
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Bone Graft ◽  
Alveolar Bone ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
History Of ◽  
Group A ◽  
Support Ratio ◽  
Bone Height ◽  
Average Bone

Objective: To quantitatively compare the alveolar bone support ratio of the permanent canine in cleft patients who received secondary alveolar bone graft with that of the population without clefts. Design: Retrospective study utilizing periapical radiographs of the subjects with and without clefts. Setting: Hospital and university based. Patients: Eighteen unilateral and 9 bilateral cleft patients who had secondary bone graft procedures. Main Outcome Measures: Alveolar bone support of the permanent canine utilizing the ratio of bone height to root length. Results: Average bone support for the permanent canine was 88.55% in patients with clefts and 95.59% in patients with no history of clefts. This difference was statistically significant. There was no statistically significant difference in alveolar bone support ratio between the unilateral and bilateral cleft patients. Conclusions: Although alveolar bone support was significantly higher in the noncleft control group, a successful level of alveolar bone support was achieved for the permanent canine on the cleft site after secondary bone graft. There was no difference in alveolar bone support achieved for the permanent canine whether the type of the cleft was unilateral or bilateral.

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