IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Aim of the study: This literature review analyzes research on the the role of the digital radiography and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the diagnosis of the endodontic pathology and the monitoring of post-treatment outcomes. Materials and Methods: A systematic search in scientific database...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Mihaela Salceanu, Anca Melian, Tudor Hamburda, Cristina Antohi, Corina Concita, Claudiu Topoliceanu, Cristian Levente Giuroiu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Romanian Society of Oral Rehabilitation 2025-03-01
Series:Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
Subjects:
Online Access:https://rjor.ro/imaging-techniques-in-endodontic-diagnosis-a-review-of-literature/
Tags: Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
_version_ 1849434475948146688
author Mihaela Salceanu
Anca Melian
Tudor Hamburda
Cristina Antohi
Corina Concita
Claudiu Topoliceanu
Cristian Levente Giuroiu
author_facet Mihaela Salceanu
Anca Melian
Tudor Hamburda
Cristina Antohi
Corina Concita
Claudiu Topoliceanu
Cristian Levente Giuroiu
author_sort Mihaela Salceanu
collection DOAJ
description Aim of the study: This literature review analyzes research on the the role of the digital radiography and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the diagnosis of the endodontic pathology and the monitoring of post-treatment outcomes. Materials and Methods: A systematic search in scientific databases (PubMed, Web of Science), was performed to review studies from the last two decades on the relevance, benefits and drawbacks of these imaging modalities for the diagnosis of periapical lesions, root fractures, root resorption and other endodontic conditions Conclusions: CBCT is a valuable diagnostic tool in endodontics, offering superior accuracy for complex cases, post-treatment evaluation, and surgical planning; however, due to concerns regarding radiation exposure and cost, it should be used selectively, with digital radiography remaining the first-line imaging modality. While digital radiography is preferred for routine follow-ups, CBCT becomes essential in challenging scenarios—such as suspected root fractures, treatment failures, or surgical cases. Recent advancements like dose reduction protocols, enhanced imaging software, and AI-assisted processing further improve its clinical relevance.
format Article
id doaj-art-82d22777af4d4d2bbe8bbf54ed23a4bf
institution Kabale University
issn 2066-7000
2601-4661
language English
publishDate 2025-03-01
publisher Romanian Society of Oral Rehabilitation
record_format Article
series Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
spelling doaj-art-82d22777af4d4d2bbe8bbf54ed23a4bf2025-08-20T03:26:38ZengRomanian Society of Oral RehabilitationRomanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation2066-70002601-46612025-03-0117170571910.62610/RJOR.2025.1.17.69IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATUREMihaela Salceanu0Anca Melian1Tudor Hamburda2Cristina Antohi3Corina Concita4Claudiu Topoliceanu5Cristian Levente Giuroiu6Department of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiDepartment of Odontology, Periodontology, Fixed Restorations, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Grigore T.Popa", IasiAim of the study: This literature review analyzes research on the the role of the digital radiography and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the diagnosis of the endodontic pathology and the monitoring of post-treatment outcomes. Materials and Methods: A systematic search in scientific databases (PubMed, Web of Science), was performed to review studies from the last two decades on the relevance, benefits and drawbacks of these imaging modalities for the diagnosis of periapical lesions, root fractures, root resorption and other endodontic conditions Conclusions: CBCT is a valuable diagnostic tool in endodontics, offering superior accuracy for complex cases, post-treatment evaluation, and surgical planning; however, due to concerns regarding radiation exposure and cost, it should be used selectively, with digital radiography remaining the first-line imaging modality. While digital radiography is preferred for routine follow-ups, CBCT becomes essential in challenging scenarios—such as suspected root fractures, treatment failures, or surgical cases. Recent advancements like dose reduction protocols, enhanced imaging software, and AI-assisted processing further improve its clinical relevance.https://rjor.ro/imaging-techniques-in-endodontic-diagnosis-a-review-of-literature/endodonticdiagnosisimagingradiographycbct
spellingShingle Mihaela Salceanu
Anca Melian
Tudor Hamburda
Cristina Antohi
Corina Concita
Claudiu Topoliceanu
Cristian Levente Giuroiu
IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
endodontic
diagnosis
imaging
radiography
cbct
title IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
title_full IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
title_fullStr IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
title_full_unstemmed IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
title_short IMAGING TECHNIQUES IN ENDODONTIC DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE
title_sort imaging techniques in endodontic diagnosis a review of literature
topic endodontic
diagnosis
imaging
radiography
cbct
url https://rjor.ro/imaging-techniques-in-endodontic-diagnosis-a-review-of-literature/
work_keys_str_mv AT mihaelasalceanu imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT ancamelian imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT tudorhamburda imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT cristinaantohi imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT corinaconcita imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT claudiutopoliceanu imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature
AT cristianleventegiuroiu imagingtechniquesinendodonticdiagnosisareviewofliterature