Radiographic diagnosis of root resorption in relation to orthodontics

Authors
Leach, HA Ireland, AJ Whaites, EJ
Citation
Ha. Leach et al., Radiographic diagnosis of root resorption in relation to orthodontics, BR DENT J, 190(1), 2001, pp. 16-22
Citations number
22
Categorie Soggetti
Dentistry/Oral Surgery & Medicine
Journal title
BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL
ISSN journal
00070610 → ACNP
Volume
190
Issue
1
Year of publication
2001
Pages
16 - 22
Database
ISI
SICI code
0007-0610(20010113)190:1<16:RDORRI>2.0.ZU;2-X
Abstract
The literature regarding external root resorption in relation to orthodonti cs and its radiographic diagnosis is reviewed, including a summary of the m ore common radiographic techniques available. Sample cases are presented wh ich demonstrate the need for good radiographic technique and an awareness o f the limitations of certain radiographs. A provisional diagnosis of extern al root resorption may need to be confirmed by further radiographic views w here appropriate.