Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology in Three Dimensions
It is clear that the dental profession has entered a new age of radiographic diagnostic imaging. A number of examples have shown that being able to visualize oral and maxillofacial…
General Dentistry
What is Cone-Beam CT and How Does it Work?
This article on x-ray cone-beam CT (CBCT) acquisition provides an overview of the fundamental principles of operation of this technology and the influence of geometric and software parameters on image…
Application of Cone-beam CT in the Office Setting
The decision to incorporate cone-beam CT (CBCT) into a dental practice is one that requires serious consideration and careful planning. In the early days of the technology, fewer sources of…
The Evolution and Application of Dental Maxillofacial Imaging Modalities
During the last decades, an exciting new array of imaging modalities, such as digital imaging, CT, MRI, positron emission tomography, and cone-beam CT (CBCT), has provided astounding new images that…
Evidence-Based Decision Making: Replacement of the Single Missing Tooth
Single-tooth replacement may be effected through various methods, including the use of a resin-bonded fixed partial denture, a conventional fixed partial denture, and a single implant-supported crown. Although the introduction…
In-Office Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Dentinal hypersensitivity is a common dental complaint, especially in periodontal patients. It is believed to be mediated by a hydrodynamic mechanism in which various stimuli result in increased fluid flow…
Evidence-Based Caries, Risk Assessment, and Treatment
Dental caries is a dietary and host-modified biofilm disease process, transmissible early in life that, if left untreated, will cause destruction of dental hard tissues. If allowed to progress, the…
Evidenced-Based Decision Making: The Third Molar
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has been at the forefront of formal evidence-based dentistry with such projects as the Parameters of Care: Clinical Practice Guidelines for…
Patient-Applied Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity
This article reviews the evidence regarding the effectiveness of various patient-applied interventions for dentinal hypersensitivity. Self-applied treatments are popular because they are both economical and easy to use. The disadvantages…
Restoration of Posterior Teeth in Clinical Practice: Evidence Base for Choosing Amalgam Versus Composite
This article reviews the current use of amalgam versus resin composite in posterior restorations and the evidence-base for choosing between these two treatment options. While much research has been published…
