One of nine specialties of dentistry, oral and maxillofacial radiology is concerned with the production and interpretation of radiographic images used to treat disorders of the oral cavity, jaws, head and neck.

To become an oral and maxillofacial radiologist, the dentist must complete a residency from an ADA accredited program.  Training includes interpretation of maxillofacial CT, CBCT, tomograms, MRI, ultrasound technology, etc.

For more information, go to www.ada.org .