Altering techniques to obtain diagnostic quality images in all patients—including children and those presenting with challenges—is key to the safe and effective capture of radiographs.

Integrating digital technologies with traditional techniques will help achieve optimal outcomes.

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Panoramic radiography offers many benefits but appropriate technique is key.

Bryan J. Frantz, DMD, MS, discusses the use of cone-beam computed tomography in dental implant treatment, as well as periodontal diagnosis and care.

Understanding the risk for TDIs and performing trauma first aid when they occur can encourage positive oral health outcomes.

This three-dimensional technology offers many advantages but oral health professionals need to be well versed in its indications and technique to use it safely.

As technology advances, dental hygienists need to be well versed on the practical benefits of intraoral scanner use.

Properly trained clinicians can use forensic dentistry to help identify individuals who may otherwise remain unidentified.

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