Oral radiology : principles and interpretation

Univ. of California, Los Angeles. Comprehensive text on the fundamental principles of X-rays and the application of radiation physics. For students. Previous edition: c1994. Abundant halftone illustrations. This edition standardizes the presentation of cardinal radiographic features of each condition. DNLM: Radiography, Dental. Unique in the field, this new reference provides up-to-the-minute coverage of the fast-growing areas of esthetic orthodontic treatment planning, orthognathic surgery, and computerized videoimaging technology. Its multidiscliplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment details the best that each specialty (orthodontic, orthognathic, and facial plastic) has to offer. Excellent coverage of soft-tissue growth differentiates between contemporary orthodontic treatment planning in growing patients (youths and adolescents) and maturing patients (adults and aging adults). Principles of facial soft-tissue surgical options are presented in detail, making this text the perfect choice for maximizing the esthetic outcome of orthodontic cases and combined orthodontic and orthognathic cases. Introducing the new fourth edition of the leading textbook on imaging for the dental student! This new edition continues to combine principles and interpretation in one logically organized, well-illustrated resource. This well-regarded text covers specialized imaging techniques like MRI and CT. and presents a comprehensive discussion of radiographic interpretation and pathologic conditions. Thirty chapters are organized into five sections: Physics of Radiation, Biological Effects of Radiation, Radiation Safety and Protection, Imaging Principles and Techniques, and Radiographic Interpretation of Pathology.