J Vet Sci.  2011 Dec;12(4):387-392. 10.4142/jvs.2011.12.4.387.

Cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiography for diagnosis of dental abnormalities in dogs and cats

• Roza MR
• Silva LA
• Barriviera M
• Januario A
• Bezerra AC
• Fioravanti MCS

• KMID: 1365023
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4142/jvs.2011.12.4.387

Abstract

The development of veterinary dentistry has substantially improved the ability to diagnose canine and feline dental abnormalities. Consequently, examinations previously performed only on humans are now available for small animals, thus improving the diagnostic quality. This has increased the need for technical qualification of veterinary professionals and increased technological investments. This study evaluated the use of cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiography as complementary exams for diagnosing dental abnormalities in dogs and cats. Cone beam computed tomography was provided faster image acquisition with high image quality, was associated with low ionizing radiation levels, enabled image editing, and reduced the exam duration. Our results showed that radiography was an effective method for dental radiographic examination with low cost and fast execution times, and can be performed during surgical procedures.

Keyword

cone beam computed tomography; dental; dogs; radiography; X-ray diagnosis

MeSH Terms

Animals
Cat Diseases/*radiography
Cats
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography/*veterinary
Dental Implants
Dog Diseases/*radiography
Dogs
Female
Male
Mouth/injuries
Periodontal Diseases/radiography/*veterinary
Tooth Diseases/radiography/*veterinary
Wounds and Injuries