Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Periapical lesions (PLs) are one among the most frequently occurring pathological lesions of alveolar bone. Even though there are numerous advanced radiographic imaging modalities to visualise periapical region of tooth radiographically, IOPA still remains mainstay for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment plan. Aim: The aim of the study is to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of apical periodontitis, periapical granuloma, periapical cyst and periapical abscess by using Intra- Oral Periapical Radiograph. Material and methods: 1000 intraoral periapical radiographs of patients taken from the department of Oral Medicine and Radiology from the year 2019. The information collected was analysed for distribution of various periapical lesion. Statistical analysis: statistical analysis was done using descriptive statistical study. Result: Among 1000 radiographs, 381 radiographs show periapical lesion and 619 shows other findings. Out of 381 radiographs with periapical lesions 214 radiographs show periapical abscess, 123 radiographs show apical periodontitis, 28 radiographs show periapical granuloma and 21 radiographs show periapical cyst. Conclusion: 1st molar is affected more when compared to other teeth in oral cavity. For assessing the periapical lesion, intraoral periapical radiographs play a tremendous role in investigation of periapical pathologies.