Optimization of dental implant imaging using photon-counting detector computed tomography in oral and maxillofacial surgery: an ex vivo study

Key Points

• This research aims to assess the effectiveness of photon-counting detector computed tomography in reducing metal artifacts associated with dental implants.
• Conducted an ex vivo study using PCD-CT imaging.
• Analyzed ultra-high-resolution images at 120-130 keV.
• Compared results with and without iterative metal artifact reduction.
• Enhanced visualization of the bone-implant interface was achieved with PCD-CT.
• Metal artifacts were effectively reduced, improving image quality.
• iMAR did not provide significant additional benefits for visualization.