Application of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Dental implantation: Technical Advantages and Clinical Challenge

Pei Yan

doi:10.54097/7ph0za81

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Pei Yan

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https://doi.org/10.54097/7ph0za81

Keywords:

Dental implantation; MRI; Advantage; Challenge.

Abstract

With the swift advancement of dental implant technology, precise and safe radiographic assessment has emerged as pivotal for ensuring treatment success. Despite their widespread use, traditional radiographic methods are fraught with limitations, including exposure to ionizing radiation, metal artifact interference, and inadequate soft tissue resolution. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) showcases distinctive advantages in the realm of dental implants, thanks to its radiation-free nature, exceptional soft tissue contrast, and capabilities for multi-parameter and multi-sequence imaging. This article comprehensively reviews the latest advancements in MRI applications pertaining to preoperative planning, intraoperative real-time navigation, and postoperative long-term follow-up (early diagnosis of peri-implantitis and osseointegration assessment) in dental implantology. By conducting a comparative analysis of the merits and demerits of MRI versus traditional radiographic methods, and integrating typical cases and clinical research data, the article delves into the core clinical significance of MRI in enhancing implant accuracy, mitigating surgical risks, and refining prognostic evaluations. While MRI still encounters challenges such as cost, artifact issues, and the need for professional interpretation in routine clinical practice within dental implants, with ongoing technological refinements and the accumulation of clinical evidence, it promises vast potential as a pivotal non-invasive and precise imaging modality in the field of dental implants.

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