Definición y Significado de "(oral|dental) and maxillofacial radiology"

What is "oral and maxillofacial radiology"?

Oral and maxillofacial radiology is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on using imaging techniques to diagnose and manage diseases and conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, and face. Oral and maxillofacial radiologists, experts in this field, use various imaging methods such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans to get detailed images of the oral and facial structures. They analyze these images to identify abnormalities, wounds, fractures, and other conditions that may require treatment. Oral and maxillofacial radiology plays a crucial role in planning dental treatments, detecting oral cancers, evaluating jaw joint disorders, and understanding the impact of injury or developmental abnormalities on oral and facial structures.