Oral and maxillofacial radiology

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Oral and maxillofacial radiology is a sub-speciality of Radiology and a specialty of Dentistry; that is mainly concerned with preforming ,understanding and interpretation of diagnostic imaging modalities used in dentistry and other health care professions related to facial , neck and oral structures^[1].

An Oral and maxillofacial radiologist is usually a qualified dentist^[2]

Imaging techniques vary including Ultrasound scan, CT Scan , MRI , Orthopantomogram , intra-oral imaging in addition to special tests like sialograms.

[edit] External link

• American Academy of Oral and maxillofacial radiology

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