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Gianluca Gambarini1, Gabriele Miccoli1, Gianfranco Gaimari1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
International Journal of Dentistry
|November 29, 2017
Summary
Root fenestrations are relatively common, found in 11% of teeth in a young Italian population. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is effective for diagnosing these findings before dental surgery.
Area of Science:
- Dental Anatomy
- Radiology
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- Root fenestrations are anatomical variations.
- Understanding their prevalence is crucial for dental procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the in vivo incidence and location of root fenestrations.
- To assess the utility of CBCT in diagnosing fenestrations.
Main Methods:
- Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of 50 patients were analyzed.
- 1,395 teeth were evaluated for root fenestrations.
- Fenestrations were identified using established definitions.
Main Results:
- A fenestration incidence of 11% (159 out of 1,395 teeth) was observed.
- Fenestrations were more prevalent in the maxilla (6.5%) than the mandible (5%).
- Incisors exhibited the highest frequency of fenestrations.
Conclusions:
- Root fenestrations are a common finding, necessitating careful pre-surgical evaluation.
- CBCT is an effective diagnostic tool for identifying fenestrations.
- Pre-operative CBCT can prevent complications associated with root fenestrations.
