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Advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 July 2025) | Viewed by 410

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Jòzsef Piffkó

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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Szeged, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical Centre, Szeged, Hungary
Interests: complex face and oral cavity injuries; head, neck and oral cavity tumors; developmental deformities; microsurgical reconstructions; implantology
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Dr. Agnes Janovszky

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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Szeged, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical Centre, Szeged, Hungary
Interests: experimental microsurgery; microsurgery; fluorescence; aesthetic surgery; oral and maxillofacial surgery; maxillofacial surgery; plastic and reconstructive surgery; temporomandibular joint disorder; medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue highlights the newest advancements in oral and maxillofacial imaging, showcasing cutting-edge research and technological breakthroughs. It covers diagnostic enhancements, treatment planning tools, and clinical applications, empowering professionals to stay at the forefront of this dynamic field. It also explores the following areas:

  • Technological Advancements: The latest imaging modalities, including high-resolution scans, 3D reconstructions, and AI-assisted analysis, enhancing diagnostic precision and efficiency.
  • Diagnostic Insights: Radiographic manifestations of diverse oral and maxillofacial pathologies, facilitating early detection and accurate diagnosis.
  • Treatment Planning and Evaluation: The role of imaging in pre-operative planning, intraoperative guidance, and post-treatment assessment, ensuring personalized and effective care.
  • Clinical Case Studies: Real-world applications through compelling case reports, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

As the field of oral and maxillofacial imaging continues to evolve, this Special Issue underscores the importance of staying abreast of the latest developments. It fosters international collaboration, inspiring further innovations that improve patient outcomes and advance the discipline as a whole.

Prof. Dr. Jòzsef Piffkó
Guest Editor

Dr. Agnes Janovszky
Guest Editor Assistant

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Keywords

  • technological advancements
  • diagnostic imaging
  • treatment planning
  • clinical applications
  • oral and maxillofacial surgery
  • radiology

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Examination of the Frequency of Soft Tissue Ossification and Calcifications in Panoramic Radiographs: A Retrospective Study
by Sumeyye Celik Ozsoy, Taha Zirek, Serkan Bahrilli, Ibrahim Burak Yuksel and Ali Altindag
Diagnostics 2025, 15(16), 2013; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15162013 - 12 Aug 2025
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Background: This retrospective study aimed to assess the prevalence and distribution of common soft tissue ossifications and calcifications in the head and neck area, such as tonsilloliths, calcified lymph nodes, atherosclerotic plaques, stylohyoid ligament calcifications, and laryngeal cartilage calcifications, using panoramic radiographs [...] Read more.
Background: This retrospective study aimed to assess the prevalence and distribution of common soft tissue ossifications and calcifications in the head and neck area, such as tonsilloliths, calcified lymph nodes, atherosclerotic plaques, stylohyoid ligament calcifications, and laryngeal cartilage calcifications, using panoramic radiographs (PRs) from a Turkish population. A secondary objective was to analyze these findings based on age and gender, ultimately seeking to enhance clinicians’ awareness of these incidental findings and their potential diagnostic significance. Methods: PRs of 1207 patients applying to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Dentistry between 2021 and 2022 were reviewed. Out of these, 1193 images meeting quality criteria and showing distinct anatomical details were included. Patients with prior diagnosed bone metabolic disorders were excluded. Two radiologists independently assessed the images for the presence of soft tissue calcifications and ossifications. Inter-observer reliability was quantified using Cohen’s Kappa coefficient, which was found to be 0.78, indicating substantial agreement (95% CI: [0.72–0.83], p < 0.001). The calcifications and ossifications were categorized according to age, gender, and type. Data were analyzed employing descriptive statistical methods and Chi-square tests, with a significance level set at p < 0.05. Results: Soft tissue calcification or ossification was observed in 122 (10.22%) of the 1193 retrospectively evaluated PRs. The most common findings included stylohyoid ligament ossifications (n = 31), laryngeal cartilage calcifications (n = 28), tonsilloliths (n = 25), calcified atherosclerotic plaques (n = 18), and calcified lymph nodes (n = 18). Two antroliths were also identified. Arteriosclerosis, phleboliths, and sialoliths were not detected in this cohort. Although some types of calcification showed numerical variations across age groups and genders (e.g., higher prevalence of most anomalies in patients aged 31 years and older; more frequent laryngeal cartilage calcification in women and tonsilloliths in men), Chi-square analyses revealed no statistically significant association between the presence of these calcifications or ossifications and either age group (p = 0.284) or gender (p = 0.122). Conclusions: PRs serve as an effective initial screening instrument for identifying soft tissue calcifications within the head and neck region, owing to their widespread availability, cost-effectiveness, and minimal radiation exposure. The detection of such findings is of paramount importance, as they may indicate underlying systemic conditions necessitating further diagnostic evaluation. While clinicians should remain vigilant to these anomalies, definitive diagnosis typically requires supplementary imaging modalities such as cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), ultrasound, or histopathological analysis. Full article
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