Figure 2From: The significance of cone beam computed tomography for the visualization of anatomical variations and lesions in the maxillary sinus for patients hoping to have dental implant-supported maxillary restorations in a private dental office in Japan Images of pneumatization in the maxillary sinus. The CBCT (A) and panoramic radiograph (B) of a 68-year-old female undergoing preoperative planning for implantation of a left maxillary molar. The pneumatization is clearly visualized in the palatine area and anterior of the maxillary sinus on CBCT (A), but not on panoramic radiographs (B).Back to article page