The choice of Radiographic Imaging for Dental Implant placement – A pilot survey among Indian Dentists

Abstract

Background- In this present era implant dentistry has seen exponential growth and its success mainly depends upon a proper treatment planning and its execution. Radiographic imaging has a pivotal role in the planning of implant placement and to keep the check on implant survival.

Aim - To survey the radiographic prescription trends among the dental practioners.

Results – Within the limitation of the study , it was observed that the majority of dentists sampled prescribe panoramic radiographs for dental implant assessment based on its Availability.

Conclusions-The majority of dentists prescribes Panoramic Radiographs for dental implant assessment based on its availability and only a small number strictly adhered to the recommended guidelines of the world associations with regards to cross sectional imaging.