Overview
Advanced imaging technologies in dentistry encompass sophisticated visualization methods that provide detailed three-dimensional anatomical information beyond conventional radiography, enabling clinicians and researchers to examine oral and maxillofacial structures with enhanced precision. Research published in Dentistry And Oral Implants has explored the application of cone beam computed tomography to comparative anatomical studies, specifically investigating mandibular neurovascular canal anatomy across modern humans and great apes to better understand evolutionary and clinical variations in these critical structures. The journal has also examined imaging's role in identifying relationships between joint pathology and neuromuscular function, particularly in contexts where advanced visualization helps clarify whether structural changes precede or follow functional deficits. These imaging modalities matter because accurate three-dimensional assessment of anatomical structures, including nerve canals and joint spaces, directly impacts surgical planning for dental implants, reduces risk of neurovascular injury, and advances understanding of how skeletal and soft tissue changes relate to clinical symptoms. By providing detailed spatial information that two-dimensional radiographs cannot capture, advanced imaging technologies support both evidence-based clinical decision-making and fundamental research into oral and craniofacial anatomy.
Research published in this journal
2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
Osteoarthritis and Neuromuscular Deficits: Can a Causative Role be Discounted- Key 2017-2022 Observations
How this research is being cited
The 2 articles above have been cited 3 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2018 · International Journal of Human Anatomy
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2016 · Springer eBooks
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