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Research Paper | Dentistry | Iraq | Volume 14 Issue 2, February 2025 | Popularity: 5.2 / 10
Assessment of Periapical Radiographic Errors Frequency in Dental Radiology Department in Al-Maghrib Specialized Dental Health Center
Dr. Hussain Sadiq Hussain, Dr. Ahmed Jawdatrashad, Abdaljawwad, Assem A. M. , Dr. Ayathaaer Mohsen
Abstract: This retrospective, cross-sectional study assesses the frequency and distribution of periapical radiographic errors in dental radiology, identifying common artifacts and their associations with dental regions. Conducted at the Radiology Unit of Al-Maghreb Specialized Dental Center, the study analyzed 312 periapical X-rays collected over six months (August 2023?January 2024). Error types, their frequency, and associated dental regions were recorded and statistically analyzed. The most frequent errors were "apex not shown in X-ray" (78%), followed by "cone cut" (10%). Errors were most common in posterior regions such as mandibular molars (28% on the right, 25% on the left) and maxillary premolars (27% on the right, 26% on the left). Chi-square analysis revealed significant associations between error type and region (p < 0.05). These findings highlight the need for improved radiographic protocols and operator training to minimize diagnostic inaccuracies in dental imaging.
Keywords: dental X-ray errors, periapical radiographs, radiographic artifacts, dental imaging accuracy, operator training
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 2, February 2025
Pages: 520 - 522
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25203232628
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