OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology is 8. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-05-01 to 2024-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Automatic diagnosis for cysts and tumors of both jaws on panoramic radiographs using a deep convolution neural network	87
Cone beam computed tomography in dentomaxillofacial radiology: a two-decade overview	64
Artificial intelligence in oral and maxillofacial radiology: what is currently possible?	61
Cervical vertebral maturation assessment on lateral cephalometric radiographs using artificial intelligence: comparison of machine learning classifier models	58
Artificial intelligence system for automatic deciduous tooth detection and numbering in panoramic radiographs	48
Current applications and development of artificial intelligence for digital dental radiography	42
Ultrasonography for diagnosis of peri-implant diseases and conditions: a detailed scanning protocol and case demonstration	38
Deep learning for automated detection and numbering of permanent teeth on panoramic images	35
Deep-learning for predicting C-shaped canals in mandibular second molars on panoramic radiographs	33
Refined tooth and pulp segmentation using U-Net in CBCT image	30
Personalized dental medicine, artificial intelligence, and their relevance for dentomaxillofacial imaging	24
Integration of imaging modalities in digital dental workflows - possibilities, limitations, and potential future developments	23
Discovering a new anatomy: exploration of oral mucosa with ultra-high frequency ultrasound	23
Performance of deep learning models constructed using panoramic radiographs from two hospitals to diagnose fractures of the mandibular condyle	23
Assessment of dental age estimation methods applied to Brazilian children: a systematic review and meta-analysis	22
Do various imaging modalities provide potential early detection and diagnosis of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw? A review	22
Panoramic versus CBCT used to reduce inferior alveolar nerve paresthesia after third molar extractions: a systematic review and meta-analysis	21
Two decades of research on CBCT imaging in DMFR – an appraisal of scientific evidence	20
Application of deep learning in teeth identification tasks on panoramic radiographs	19
Computer tomographic differential diagnosis of ameloblastoma and odontogenic keratocyst: classification using a convolutional neural network	19
Artificial intelligence-based cephalometric landmark annotation and measurements according to Arnett’s analysis: can we trust a bot to do that?	18
Influence of CBCT-based volumetric distortion and beam hardening artefacts on the assessment of root canal filling quality in isthmus-containing molars	18
Influence of windowing and metal artefact reduction algorithms on the volumetric dimensions of five different high-density materials: a cone-beam CT study	18
Diagnostic accuracy of panoramic radiography and ultrasonography in detecting periapical lesions using periapical radiography as a gold standard	18
Great potential of ultrasound elastography for the assessment of the masseter muscle in patients with temporomandibular disorders. A systematic review	17

Infrared thermography assessment of patients with temporomandibular disorders	17
Performance of deep learning object detection technology in the detection and diagnosis of maxillary sinus lesions on panoramic radiographs	17
Mandibular cortical index in the screening of postmenopausal at low mineral density risk: a systematic review	17
Evaluation of metal artefacts for two CBCT devices with a new dental arch phantom	17
The histogram analysis of apparent diffusion coefficient in differential diagnosis of parotid tumor	17
Comparison of CBCT with different voxel sizes and intraoral scanner for detection of periodontal defects: an in vitro study	16
Attitude of Brazilian dentists and dental students regarding the future role of artificial intelligence in oral radiology: a multicenter survey	16
Can gray values be converted to Hounsfield units? A systematic review	16
A review on the application of deep learning for CT reconstruction, bone segmentation and surgical planning in oral and maxillofacial surgery	15
CBCT in dental age estimation: A systematic review and meta analysis	15
Segmentation of metastatic cervical lymph nodes from CT images of oral cancers using deep-learning technology	15
Comparison of five convolutional neural networks for predicting osteoporosis based on mandibular cortical index on panoramic radiographs	15
Through the quality kaleidoscope: reflections on research in dentomaxillofacial imaging	14
The effect of a deep-learning tool on dentists’ performances in detecting apical radiolucencies on periapical radiographs	13
Reliability and accuracy of segmentation of mandibular condyles from different three-dimensional imaging modalities: a systematic review	13
Accuracy of high-resolution ultrasound (US) for gingival soft tissue thickness mesurement in edentulous patients prior to implant placement	13
Can diagnostic changes caused by cone beam computed tomography alter the clinical decision in impacted lower third molar treatment plan?	13
Assessment of inflammatory jaw pathologies using bone SPECT/CT maximum standardized uptake value	13
Development and validation of an MRI-based radiomics nomogram for distinguishing Warthin’s tumour from pleomorphic adenomas of the parotid gland	13
Radiological features of central giant cell granuloma: comparative study of 7 cases and literature review	13
Parotid gland tumors: comparison of conventional and diffusion-weighted MRI findings with histopathological results	13
Radiographic modalities for diagnosis of caries in a historical perspective: from film to machine-intelligence supported systems	13
Familial florid cemento-osseous dysplasia: a report of three cases and review of the literature	13
Magnetic resonance imaging artifacts produced by dental implants with different geometries	12
High-resolution ultrasonography of gingival biomarkers for periodontal diagnosis in healthy and diseased subjects	12
Examination of new parameters for sex determination of mandible using Japanese computer tomography data	12
The interaction of obesity and craniofacial deformity in obstructive sleep apnea	12
Diagnosis of cracked teeth using cone-beam computed tomography: literature review and clinical experience	12
Automatic detection of anteriorly displaced temporomandibular joint discs on magnetic resonance images using a deep learning algorithm	12
CBCT image artefacts generated by implants located inside the field of view or in the exomass	12
Challenges in oral radiology teaching during COVID-19 pandemic	12
Validity of micro-CT for in vitro caries detection: a systematic review and meta-analysis	12
Evaluation of a low-dose protocol for cone beam computed tomography of the temporomandibular joint	11
Establishment of national diagnostic reference levels in dental cone beam computed tomography in Switzerland	11
The role of stationary intraoral tomosynthesis in reducing proximal overlap in bitewing radiography	11
An extensive sclerosing odontogenic carcinoma in mandible: a case report and literature review	11
Automatic segmentation of the temporomandibular joint disc on magnetic resonance images using a deep learning technique	11
Computed tomography imaging superimposition protocols to assess outcomes in orthognathic surgery: a systematic review with comprehensive recommendations	11
Analysis of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw with bone SPECT/CT: relationship between patient characteristics and maximum standardized uptake value	10
Artificial intelligence and infrared thermography as auxiliary tools in the diagnosis of temporomandibular disorder	10
Radiobiological risks following dentomaxillofacial imaging: should we be concerned?	10
Development of a model of soft tissue simulation using ballistic gelatin for CBCT acquisitions related to dentomaxillofacial radiology research	10
Application of panoramic radiography with a multilayer imaging program for detecting proximal caries: a preliminary clinical study	10
Peripheral nerve blocks in the cervical region: from anatomy to ultrasound-guided techniques	10
Automated detection of dental restorations using deep learning on panoramic radiographs	10
Performance of a convolutional neural network algorithm for tooth detection and numbering on periapical radiographs	10
Deep learning-based identification of mesiodens using automatic maxillary anterior region estimation in panoramic radiography of children	9
Head motion and perception of discomfort by young children during simulated CBCT examinations	9
Detection of vertical root fractures by cone-beam computed tomography based on deep learning	9
A 5 years follow-up for ischemic cardiac outcomes in patients with carotid artery calcification on panoramic radiographs confirmed by doppler ultrasonography in Turkish population	9

Artifacts in magnetic resonance imaging caused by dental materials: a systematic review	9
Comparison of radiographical characteristics and diagnostic accuracy of intraosseous jaw lesions on panoramic radiographs and CBCT	9
Carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma of major salivary glands: CT and MR imaging findings	9
A review of dental cone-beam CT dose conversion coefficients	9
Increased rate of pseudarthrosis in the anterior intersegmental gap after mandibular reconstruction with fibula free flaps: a volumetric analysis	9
Comparison of surface- and voxel-based registration on the mandibular ramus for long-term three-dimensional assessment of condylar remodelling following orthognathic surgery	9
Stafne’s bone cyst revisited and renamed: the benign mandibular concavity	9
A semi-automatic approach for longitudinal 3D upper airway analysis using voxel-based registration	8
Mandibular radiomorphometric parameters of women with cemento-osseous dysplasia	8
Near-infrared reflection at 780 nm for detection of early proximal caries in posterior permanent teeth in vitro	8
An analysis of patient dose received during cone-beam computed tomography in relation to scan settings and imaging indications as seen in a dental institution in order to establish institutional diagn	8