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<p>Panoramic tomography is becoming increasingly popular in general .and specialist dental practice. Adequate interpretation is, however, militated against by the intricate composition of the image and therefore the diagnostic yield of this examination is often reduced. This paper aims to provide sufficient background information to enable the reader to recognise regular landmarks and positioning errors. In addition, typical advantages and disadvantages of this type of radiological examination are discussed. Finally, some observations with respect to radiation safety are made.</p>
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Panoramic tomography is becoming increasingly popular in general .and specialist dental practice. Adequate interpretation is, however, militated against by the intricate composition of the image and therefore the diagnostic yield of this examination is often reduced. This paper aims to provide sufficient background information to enable the reader to recognise regular landmarks and positioning errors. In addition, typical advantages and disadvantages of this type of radiological examination are discussed. Finally, some observations with respect to radiation safety are made.

What my O.P.G. † tells me: Some radiographical and radiological aspects of panoramic tomography

Australasian Orthodontic Journal

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Panoramic tomography is becoming increasingly popular in general .and specialist dental practice. Adequate interpretation is, however, militated against by the...

What my O.P.G. † tells me: Some radiographical and radiological aspects of panoramic tomography

Published Online: Jan 25, 2024

Page range: 152 - 161

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/aoj-1988-0001

Keywords
Orthopantomography†, panoramic tomography, rotational panoramic radiography, radiation dosage, radiation protection

© 1988 Johannes J. Keur, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

What my O.P.G. † tells me: Some radiographical and radiological aspects of panoramic tomography

Published Online: Jan 25, 2024

Page range: 152 - 161

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/aoj-1988-0001

KeywordsOrthopantomography†, panoramic tomography, rotational panoramic radiography, radiation dosage, radiation protection

© 1988 Johannes J. Keur, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Keywords
Orthopantomography†, panoramic tomography, rotational panoramic radiography, radiation dosage, radiation protection