Three-dimensional analysis for detection of pulp stones in a Saudi population using cone beam computed tomography.
J Oral Sci
; 65(4): 257-260, 2023 Oct 01.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To assess the prevalence and distribution of pulp stones in a Saudi population.METHODS:
A cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) analysis of 150 upper and 150 lower dental arches was performed. The relationships between pulp stones and age, sex, tooth type, dental arch, orthodontic treatment, caries, and restoration were statistically examined (P < 0.05).RESULTS:
A total of 295 dental arches (98.3%) had at least one pulp stone, and the prevalence was higher in the maxillary teeth (56.2%) than in the mandibular teeth (48.1%) (P = 0.0003). Men were more likely to have pulp stones than women (P = 0.011 for the maxilla, P < 0.0001 for the mandible). Furthermore, age and orthodontic treatment had no significant effects on the incidence of pulp stones (P > 0.05). A higher occurrence of pulp stones was observed in the first molars (>91%), and in carious and restored teeth when compared to intact teeth (P < 0.05).CONCLUSION:
Pulp stones were more prevalent in the upper dental arches, first molars, and carious and restored teeth, as well as in the male population, and were not associated with age or orthodontic treatment.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Tooth
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Dental Pulp Calcification
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
J Oral Sci
Journal subject:
ODONTOLOGIA
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article