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Interactions between magnetic resonance imaging and dental material
Chalakuzhiyl Abraham Mathew1, Sudhakara Maller, Maheshwaran
1Department of Prosthodontics, K.S.R. Institute of Dental Science and Research, K.S.R. Kalvinagar, Thokkavadi Post, Thiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|August 16, 2013
Summary
Dental restorative materials can cause artifacts in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), distorting head and neck scans. Awareness among dentists and MRI staff is crucial for accurate imaging and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is vital for diagnosing head and neck diseases.
- Dental restorative materials can interfere with MRI scans, causing artifacts.
- Artifacts lead to image distortion, information loss, and diagnostic errors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the interactions between dental materials and MRI.
- To emphasize the importance of dentist and MRI staff awareness.
- To prevent diagnostic errors and improve patient management.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on MRI artifacts caused by dental materials.
- Analysis of the impact of restorative materials on image quality.
- Discussion of technical factors in MRI scanning relevant to dental restorations.
Main Results:
- Metal dental restorations are a significant source of MRI artifacts.
- Artifacts can cause the disappearance or distortion of crucial image information.
- Lack of awareness contributes to potential diagnostic inaccuracies.
Conclusions:
- Dentists and MRI personnel require specific knowledge of material-MRI interactions.
- Understanding these interactions is key to optimizing diagnostic accuracy.
- Proactive awareness can prevent image degradation and ensure patient safety.
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