Conebeamcomputedtomography:a usefultoolinorthodonticdiagnosisand treatmentplanning

The aim of this article is to make clinicians aware of the use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) within the field oforthodontics. The paper describes five cases each one illustrating the improved diagnostic yield using CBCT over conventionalradiography thus facilitating the appropriate treatment planning of patients.Key words: Cone beam CT, orthodontics, resorption, ectopic teeth, imaging, impacted molars