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Characteristics of Maxillary Sinus Septa: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Evaluation
Ahmad Assari1, Najwa Alotaibi2, Maha A Alajaji3
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Diagnostic Sciences Department, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Objective:
Our study aimed to determine the prevalence, location, and morphological differences of the septa using CBCT images.
Methods:
This retrospective study was conducted on CBCT examinations. The sample included both mixed and permanent dentition and edentulous patients. The images were viewed in 3 planes (sagittal, coronal, and axial) and the left and right maxillary sinuses were evaluated for the septa's prevalence, location, and morphological differences.
Results:
The measurements were statistically analyzed using SPSS software. Out of 200, 122 patients showed one or more bony septa in the maxillary sinus. The septal location and angulation were not limited to a specific area or a specific range. Significant differences between genders were found.
Conclusions:
The increased surface area of the septa using plane 2-dimensional radiographs is impossible. CBCT has improved the planning of any sinus procedure and offers adequate information compared to conventional radiographs.
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