ISSN 2326-7275
International Journal of Anatomy and Physiology ISSN: 2326-7275 Vol. 5 (1), pp. 093-099, January, 2016. © International Scholars Journals
Full Length Research Paper
A study of biological basis for radiographic appraisal of periradicular pathology
Kayode Ibikunle
Department of Anatomy and Molecular Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria. E-mail: [email protected]
Accepted 2 July, 2015
Abstract
The periodontium surrounds and supports the teeth and consists of four major components; gingiva, periodontal ligaments, cementum/dentin, and alveolar bone/lamina dura, with collective function of keeping the tooth in position despite varying changes and responses during mastication. A near-normal radiograph of periradicular tissues was used as the basis for evaluation of some common periradicular radiographic pathologies. Apical periodontitis was 70 (58.33%), alveolar abscess 32 (26.66%), and apical granulomas 15 (12.50%). A background anatomy of the periodontium is advocated as a precondition for accurate evaluation of periradicular pathologies.
Key words: Periodontium, periradicular, pathology.