학술논문
Cone beam computed tomography in assessment on pharynx effects of orthopedic-surgical treatment - a review of the literature
Document Type
article
Author
Source
Sleep Science, Vol 12, Iss 2, Pp 106-109 (2019)
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
1984-0659
1984-0063
1984-0063
Abstract
The cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) image provides clear differentiation of soft tissues from empty spaces. This paper presents a literature review to evaluate the effects of orthopedic and surgical treatment on the pharyngeal dimension by CBCT. It was concluded that treatments involving dentofacial orthopedics and orthognathic surgery have been related with an increase in the upper airway volume. Standardized capturing of tomographic images and more controlled and randomized studies are necessary.