Orthopantomography


What is orthopantomography?

Orthopantomography or panoramic radiography is a radiological technique that allows us to evaluate a general image of the jaws, jaw and teeth.

What is orthopantomography used for?

It is used to diagnose a variety of dental and maxillofacial problems. The main uses of orthopantomography:

  • Caries detection: Especially in places that are difficult to access visually, such as molars.

  • Evaluation of periodontal health: Allows you to see the bone surrounding the roots of the teeth and detect problems such as periodontitis.

  • Diagnosis of impacted or impacted teeth: Such as wisdom teeth that have not fully erupted.

  • Detection of cysts, tumors or infections: Can identify masses or lesions in the jaw bones.

  • Orthodontic treatment planning: It is essential to evaluate the alignment and position of the teeth before placing braces.

  • Assessment of fractures or trauma: Helps to detect fractures in the mandible or maxillary bones.

  • Dental implants: It is used in the planning of implant placement, evaluating the quantity and quality of available bone.

How should I prepare

No special preparation is necessary.

How long does it take

10 minutes.

What to do afterwards

Normal life.

Observations

It is very IMPORTANT to bring the previous studies.

Orthopantomography

What is orthopantomography?

Orthopantomography or panoramic radiography is a radiological technique that allows us to evaluate a general image of the jaws, jaw and teeth.

What is orthopantomography used for?

It is used to diagnose a variety of dental and maxillofacial problems. The main uses of orthopantomography:

  • Caries detection: Especially in places that are difficult to access visually, such as molars.

  • Evaluation of periodontal health: Allows you to see the bone surrounding the roots of the teeth and detect problems such as periodontitis.

  • Diagnosis of impacted or impacted teeth: Such as wisdom teeth that have not fully erupted.

  • Detection of cysts, tumors or infections: Can identify masses or lesions in the jaw bones.

  • Orthodontic treatment planning: It is essential to evaluate the alignment and position of the teeth before placing braces.

  • Assessment of fractures or trauma: Helps to detect fractures in the mandible or maxillary bones.

  • Dental implants: It is used in the planning of implant placement, evaluating the quantity and quality of available bone.

How should I prepare

No special preparation is necessary.

How long does it take

10 minutes.

What to do afterwards

Normal life.

Observations

It is very IMPORTANT to bring the previous studies.