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CBCT Systems and Imaging Technology

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Radiology is essential in dentistry for determining the presence and extent of disease. It also has a role in treatment planning, monitoring disease progression and in assessing treatment efficacy.

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Luminati, T., Tagliafico, E. (2014). CBCT Systems and Imaging Technology. In: Caruso, P., Silvestri, E., Sconfienza, L. (eds) Cone Beam CT and 3D imaging. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-5319-9_1

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