Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Services
Tomography
Plain film tomographic imaging techniques are offered to practitioners for
the assessment of the oral and maxillofacial region. Tomography is particularly
useful for the evaluation of the temporomandibular joint, pre-surgical
assessment of proposed dental implant sites, and as an aid in the diagnosis of
pathosis. Clinicians will receive a written diagnostic report and the
appropriate radiographs for all referrals.
TMJ Evaluation
Tomography is one of the imaging modalities of choice for the assessment of the
TMJ when disorders are not exclusively myofacial in origin. Frontal and axially
corrected sagittal views can be used in the assessment of the condylar head and
neck, the temporal components of the joint position of the condyle in the fossa
and for translation of the condyle.
Implant Site Assessment
Cross-sectional and lateral tomograms can be used to evaluate proposed
implant sites in the maxilla and mandible. These images are an excellent aid in
the treatment planning process and also provide important documentation for a
patient's record. The facial-lingual anatomy, cortical thickness and proximity
to vital anatomy structures can be visualized on these images. A clear tracing
of the pertinent anatomical details will be provided to the clinician as an aid
to interpretation.
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