title: Utilization of 3-D computer tomographs in oral surgery.
abstract: Imaging is essential in the diagnosis and treatment of maxillofacial abnormalities. CT scans are but one type of imaging studies available to the practitioner. Computers have recently enhanced the traditional CT scan so that it can now be viewed in a three-dimensional reconstruction. Essentials of 3-D imaging and its uses will be presented by the authors, with various case reports to illustrate their value in the dental office.
authors.forename: S F
authors.initials: SF
authors.lastname: Rodgers
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Moenning
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Bussard
authors.forename: B T
authors.initials: BT
authors.lastname: Garrison
authors.forename: T H
authors.initials: TH
authors.lastname: Lapp
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Dickey
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005096:Exostoses / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007569:Jaw Abnormalities / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008297:Male; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D013515:Surgery, Oral / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging