Orofacial and Head Pain: Imaging Selection and Strategies| Chapter 7

Authors

• Gary D. Klasser, LSU Health Sciences Center - New OrleansFollow
• Ghabi A. Kaspo, Henry Ford Hospital

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

1-2-2026

Editor

Ghabi A. Kaspo and Gary D. Klasser

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of the more common imaging modalities employed for providing a diagnosis and management approach for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). It highlights the principles and applications of various imaging modalities which include panoramic radiography, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear imaging (bone scintigraphy). Furthermore, it discusses the advantages and limitations of each of these imaging modalities as it relates to TMD.

First Page

79

Last Page

84

Chapter Title

Chapter 7 - Overview of Imaging Modalities for Temporomandibular Disorders

Publisher

Springer Cham

ISBN

[9783032082749, 9783032082756]

Rights

© 2025 The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Recommended Citation

Klasser, Gary D. and Kaspo, Ghabi A., "Orofacial and Head Pain: Imaging Selection and Strategies| Chapter 7" (2026). School of Dentistry Faculty Publications. 251.
https://digitalscholar.lsuhsc.edu/sod_facpubs/251
10.1007/978-3-032-08275-6_7