Imaging Techniques for Patients with Cleft Lip and/or Palate
By Gustavo M. Santaella, DDS, MS, PhD, Bruno C. Azevedo, DDS, MS and William C. Scarfe, BDS, FRACDS, MS The most common congenital craniofacial anomalies…
Category: Radiography
The Safe and Effective Use of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
This three-dimensional technology offers many advantages but oral health professionals need to be well versed in its indications and technique to use …
3D Imaging in Periodontics
Bryan J. Frantz, DMD, MS, discusses the use of cone-beam computed tomography in dental implant treatment, as well as periodontal diagnosis and care.
The Oral Health Professional’s Role In Forensic Dentistry
Properly trained clinicians can use forensic dentistry to help identify individuals who may otherwise remain unidentified.
Digital Technology Integration
The following strategies can help oral health professionals implement new technologies into daily clinical practice.
Advancing Patient Care With Digital Technology
The use of digital impressioning and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing may help improve treatment outcomes.
The Safe Use of Radiography in Children
Pediatric patients are more vulnerable to the effects of radiation, so clinicians must be prudent when capturing radiographs in this population.
Prevent Technique Errors
By Sally M. Mauriello, RDH, EdD Bitewing radiographs are a primary source of adjunctive information in the detection and diagnosis of dental caries.1 In addition to…