ENDODONTIC IMAGING

Endodontics is that branch of dentistry which deals with diseases related to pulp and periapical tissues. Management of endodontic pathosis focuses on preventing or eliminating infection of the root canal space. Conventional film-based radiography is the standard for endodontic radiography. Technological advances have led to the introduction of digital radiology with many potential benefits in endodontic practice. Three-dimensional imaging modalities have provided new dimensions to endodontics. The imaging techniques in endodontics allow the definition of the root and canal morphology, and particularly the determination of endodontic working length and final verification of the outcome of the root canal treatment. All these imaging modalities have introduced many potential benefits to endodontic practice making it simpler and accurate.