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Radiobiological risks following dentomaxillofacial imaging: should we be concerned?
Niels Belmans1,2, Anne Caroline Oenning3, Benjamin Salmon4,5
1Belgian Nuclear Research Centre (SCK CEN), Radiobiology Unit, Boeretang 200, Mol, Belgium.
Dento Maxillo Facial Radiology
|May 14, 2021
Summary
This review examines biological effects from diagnostic dentomaxillofacial radiology (DMFR). Future strategies require personalized medicine approaches for radiation protection in dental imaging.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Oral Medicine
- Radiation Biology
Background:
- Diagnostic dentomaxillofacial radiology (DMFR) utilizes X-ray imaging.
- Understanding biological effects is crucial for patient safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review studies on prospective biological effects in patients undergoing DMFR.
- To assess radiobiological outcomes of DMFR compared to other imaging.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search for studies on radiobiological effects of DMFR.
- Inclusion of studies on X-ray imaging in the dentomaxillofacial area.
- Consideration of radiobiological outcomes from other imaging modalities.
Main Results:
- High variability in radiobiological assessment methods and radiation dose measures complicates study comparisons.
- Most DMFR studies focus on genotoxicity and cytotoxicity, often with methodological weaknesses.
- Limited evidence exists for Cone Beam CT (CBCT), with scarce comparative data for adults and children.
Conclusions:
- Future research should focus on patient-specific measures, considering factors like age and gender.
- Personalized medicine approaches are essential for optimizing radioprotection strategies.
- Tailoring imaging protocols based on radiobiological variables will enhance patient safety.
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