Oral Radiology: Principles and Interpretation

by Stuart C. White, Michael J. Pharoah

With more than 1,000 high-quality radiographs and illustrations, this bestselling book visually demonstrates the basic principles of oral and maxillofacial radiology as well as effective clinical application. You’ll be able to diagnose and treat patients effectively with the coverage of imaging techniques, including specialized techniques such as MRI and CT, and the comprehensive discussion of the radiographic interpretation of pathology. The book also covers radiation physics, radiation biology, and radiation safety and protection — helping you provide state-of-the-art care!

• A consistent format makes it easy to follow and comprehend clinical material on each pathologic condition, including a definition, synonyms, clinical features, radiographic features, differential diagnosis, and management/treatment.
• Updated photos show new equipment and radiographs in the areas of intraoral radiographs, normal radiographic anatomy, panoramic imaging, and advanced imaging.
• Updated Digital Imaging chapter expands coverage of PSP plates and its use in cephalometric and panoramic imaging, examining the larger latitudes of photostimulable phosphor receptors and their linear response to the five orders of magnitude of x-ray exposure.
• Updated Guidelines for Prescribing Dental Radiographs chapter includes the latest ADA guidelines, and also discusses the European Guidelines.
• Updated information on radiographic manifestations of diseases in the orofacial region includes the latest data on etiology and diagnosis, with an emphasis on advanced imaging.
• Expert contributors include many authors with worldwide reputations.

• Cone Beam Computed Tomography chapter covers machines, the imaging process, and typical clinical applications of cone-beam imaging, with examples of examinations made from scans.
• Evolve website adds more coverage of cases, with more examples of specific issues.

Genres: Dentistry

760 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1987

Reviews

[Naman Mehta]

Ok

[Dr Priyanka H · Rating 5 out of 5]

I may have read an older edition … it is such a fascinating entry into the world of oral radiology!! Again a must to re read and revise !!

[Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Electrifying look at the oral cavity

[Abhay]

good book of radiology

[Haynie Somerado]

ineed it