TMJ (Jaw Joint) Imaging

CBCT has emerged as a cost- and dose-effective imaging modality for the diagnostic assessment of a variety of TMJ (Temporo-mandibular Joint) conditions. The imaging modality has been found to be superior to conventional radiographical examinations.

With CBCT imaging of the TMJ we can actually visualize both pathology and anatomy in high-resolution thin slice grayscale views, 3-D color reconstructed views and even more detailed views using virtual endoscopy and specialized software.

Radiographic interpretation of the temporo-mandibular joint complex including the condyle using CBCT imaging allows clinicians to find more subtle osteoarthritic changes such as subchondral cysts, subchondral sclerosis, osteophyte formation, surface erosion and bony remodeling consistently and with more certainty to make their clinical decision-making simpler.