Retrospective Evaluation of Nasopalatine Canal Anatomy, Dimensions, and Variations with Alveolar Bone in Patients Scheduled for Maxillary Anterior Dental Implant Surgery Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography
Retrospective analysis finds significant variations in nasopalatine canal anatomy in patients, indicating the need for careful planning during dental implant surgeries.
Key Points
The nasopalatine canal was predominantly single, occurring in 87.6% of the evaluated scans, essential for surgical planning.
Most canals exhibited a cylindrical morphology in the sagittal plane and a single shape in the coronal plane, indicating common anatomical trends.
Significant sex-related differences were observed in accessory canal features, highlighting the importance of personalized assessments.
Notable variability in anatomical characteristics underscores the necessity of individualized CBCT evaluations for minimizing surgical risks.