Evaluation of the styloid process on digital panoramic radiographs
Author Information
Author(s): Chandramani B Asrani, Mukesh K Asrani
Primary Institution: K. M. Shah Dental College and Hospital, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University
Hypothesis
To assess the styloid process on digital panoramic radiographs.
Conclusion
Panoramic radiography is useful for detection of an elongated styloid process and/or ossification of the stylohyoid ligament in patients with or without symptoms.
Supporting Evidence
- Elongated styloids were present in 19.4% of the panoramic radiographs.
- Males had longer styloids than females.
- More than 85% of the elongated styloid processes had Langlais type I elongation.
Takeaway
This study looked at pictures of people's jawbones to see how long a bone called the styloid process is, and found that some people have longer ones that can cause pain.
Methodology
The study analyzed 500 digital panoramic radiographs, measuring the length of the styloid process using software tools.
Limitations
Errors may occur when measuring the length of the styloid due to the angulation and superimposition of other structures.
Participant Demographics
Patients above 18 years of age.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.018
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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