‘Recommendations for the development of a framework for radiological imaging studies during implant therapy in SA’

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2021

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University of the Western Cape

Abstract

Radiographic examination is an essential facet of dental implant therapy, and the success of this therapy depends on a suitable treatment based on adequate clinical and radiographic information. International organisational bodies have published guidelines on the use of radiographic imaging during implant therapy, but since the cone beam computed tomography modality became available, a need for the development of comprehensive imaging guidelines to limit the misuse of this modality became necessary. There is a lack of stringency regarding the recommendations and guidelines on radiographic imaging modalities used during implant therapy. This is due to variations in practice, experience, and socioeconomic factors. The most recent published global guidelines and recommendations and their relevance to dental implant therapy are described in this chapter.

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Philosophiae Doctor - PhD

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Implant, Imaging, Protocols, CBCT, Low-dose, Measurement accuracy, Guidelines, Panoramic radiograph

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