Cone Beam Computed Tomography x Periapical Radiography

The book provides important information for choosing the most appropriate imaging test for diagnosing root fractures, with the aim of making the reader learn more about the details that make Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) a method that has revolutionised dental radiology in a fascinating way. CBCT is currently the most accurate test for identifying root fractures when compared to other imaging methods, as it allows for a more accurate diagnosis of this pathology and an assessment of its severity. By explaining how Cone Beam Computed Tomography works, it was shown that, despite some limitations, it is of paramount importance in the dental field and may be the ideal alternative, guaranteeing dental surgeons an accurate diagnosis and avoiding the failure of dental treatment for this purpose.