Dental radiology.
Although diagnostic imaging in dental radiology usually involves the dentition and associated supporting structures, the use of the advanced imaging systems is becoming more widespread. The literature reflects interest in advancing the diagnostic yield of oromaxillofacial radiology and at the same time reducing the radiation exposure to the patient population. In the past year, publications concerning radiology of the head and neck regions have focused on the use of advanced systems for endosseous implants. Radiation dose-rates to radiosensitive organs from specific dental radiographic procedures have been updated. Also, methods to reduce dosage to radiosensitive organs are addressed. The requirements of digitization for equal or enhanced diagnostic yield have been studied. Additionally, the implications of dental materials and dental implants as they relate to MR imaging have been addressed.
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Department of Dental Diagnostic Sciences, University of Texas, Health Science Center, San Antonio 78284.
D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D006801:Humans; D011861:Radiography, Dental; D013284:Stomatognathic System / Q000473:pathology