The Analysis of Articular Eminence Changes in Edentulous Patients Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Dişsiz Hastalarda Eklem Çıkıntısı Değişikliklerinin Konik Işınlı Bilgisayarlı Tomografi Kullanılarak Analizi
Current Research in Dental Sciences, vol.36, no.3, pp.200-207, 2026 (Scopus, TRDizin)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 36 Issue: 3
- Publication Date: 2026
- Doi Number: 10.17567/currresdentsci.1530298
- Journal Name: Current Research in Dental Sciences
- Journal Indexes: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
- Page Numbers: pp.200-207
- Keywords: computed tomography, cone beam, edentulous, fractals, mouth, Temporomandibular joint
- Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
- Erciyes University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study was to compare articular eminence (AE) between dentated and edentulous patients by examining internal bone structure of AE with fractal analysis (FA), AE inclination (AEI), and morphology on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) records. Methods: A total of 200 AEs were examined. The region of interest for FA was chosen as a square placed at the geometrical center of the AE on sagittal slices. The AEI measurement was performed on the central sagittal slice. All three plane sections were assessed for morphologic evaluation. Results: There was no significant difference between the groups for FA and distribution of AE morphology (P=.428 and P=.082). The AEI values in the study group were significantly lower compared to control group (P<.001). Conclusion: Edentulous patients exhibited lower AEI values, but edentulism does not affect the trabecular bone structure of the AE despite these lower values.