Book Description

This is a new edition of a classic text that presents all of the information that a dental student needs to know in order to safely capture high-quality clinical images and accurately interpret their findings. In this latest edition, both traditional methods of imaging and new modalities are included, such as cone beam CT, and the author team has been expanded to bring a fresh approach to the subject area. Written in an accessible manner which avoids unnecessary detail, each page spread has been carefully designed to ensure clarity of understanding by the reader to ensure both exam success and confidence and safety in the clinical situation. Topics address the whole curriculum and range from the physics of imaging to radiation protection and image interpretation. Suitable for undergraduate students and post-graduates alike, this book has become essential reading for all readers who intend to practice clinical dentistry. - Provides a comprehensive account of the radiology and radiography topics usually examined at undergraduate and postgraduate level - Clear and accessible approach to the subject makes learning especially easy - More than 1100 illustrations present clinical, diagnostic and practical information in an accessible manner - Written by a world authority on the subject area - Contains recent classifications and advanced imaging modalities including cone beam CT imaging techniques - An online, regularly updated, summary of the current UK ionising radiation legislation and guidance on good practice for all dental practitioners as well as a summary of the latest UK guidance in relation to the use of Cone Beam CT (CBCT) equipment - An all new online self assessment questions and answers module. Questions have been specially prepared for each of the 32 chapters to enable students to assess their own knowledge and understanding as they prepare for examinations. These include a mixture of single best answer and multiple correct answer questions, drag and drop identification of radiological anatomy as well as new examples of various pathological conditions to enable practice of diagnostic skills. - Includes a new chapter on cone beam technology and numerous examples of advanced imaging throughout the book