AIM The aims of this study were to assess the location, morphology and anatomical dimensions of the nasopalatine canal (NPC) on cone beam computed tomographic (CBCT) images and to compare our findings with recent reports on this matter. A detailed knowledge of anatomical variations is mandatory in skeletal surgery of the anterior maxilla. PATIENTS AND METHODS Two hundred CBCT scans of the mid...

The nasopalatine cyst is the most frequently occurring developmental, nonodontogenic epithelial cyst of the oral cavity that usually occurs in the maxilla. These cysts are usually asymptomatic unless they are secondarily infected. Symptomatic lesions can be associated with pain and swelling. Radiographically, it appears as a well-defined oval, round or Heart shaped radiolucency located in the m...

The study aim of this was to define the critical anatomic region of the premaxilla by evaluating dimensions of nasopalatine canal, buccal bone plate (BBP) and palatal bone plate (PBP). 230 CBCTs were selected with both, one or no upper central incisors present (+/+, -/+, -/-) and periodontal condition was evaluated. T-student test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation and a multivariant-linear regressi...

Statement of the Problem The surgical procedure of dental implantation in anterior maxillary area may be limited by the shape and size of nasopalatine canal (NPC). CBCT imaging provides three-dimensional information for surgical planning. Purpose This study is designed to evaluate the anatomy of NPC in a selected Iranian population. Materials and Method In this cross sectional study, CBCT i...