磁共振成像在口腔医学中的应用现状与未来展望

doi:10.13591/j.cnki.kqyx.2025.11.013

摘要/Abstract

摘要：

影像学检查在口腔疾病诊断中扮演着至关重要的角色。传统的X线和锥形束CT(cone beam computed tomography,CBCT)技术广泛应用于临床,但它们存在一定的辐射风险和成像限制。近年来,磁共振成像(magnetic resonance imaging,MRI)因其无辐射和卓越的软组织成像能力而逐渐受到关注。本文探讨了MRI的基本原理及其在牙体牙髓疾病、颌面外科疾病、牙周疾病和种植修复中的具体应用。同时,进一步分析了MRI在硬组织成像中的技术难点和挑战,以期为口腔医学影像学的未来发展提供参考和指导。

关键词: 磁共振成像, 口腔医学, 诊断成像

Abstract:

Imaging examinations play a crucial role in oral diagnosis. Conventional X-ray and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) techniques are widely used in clinical practice but are associated with certain radiation risks and imaging limitations. In recent years, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has gained attention for its radiation-free nature and superior soft tissue imaging capabilities. This review explores the fundamental principles of MRI and its specific applications in endodontic diseases, maxillofacial surgery diseases, periodontitis, and implant restoration. Additionally, it further analyzes the technical challenges and difficulties of MRI in hard tissue imaging, aiming to provide reference and guidance for the future development of oral medical imaging.

Key words: magnetic resonance imaging, oral medicine, diagnostic imaging

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王洋, 屠美洁, 邓淑丽. 磁共振成像在口腔医学中的应用现状与未来展望[J]. 口腔医学, 2025, 45(11): 869-875.

WANG Yang, TU Meijie, DENG Shuli. Current applications and future prospects of magnetic resonance imaging in oral medicine[J]. Stomatology, 2025, 45(11): 869-875.

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