In modern dentistry diagnostic imaging is an indispensable part of diagnostic workout. Imaging methods based on X-rays and those not applying potentially harmful ionizing radiation are applied in different specialties, including occlusion disorders. Diagnostic imaging belongs to one of the fastest developing branches of medicine, and tremendous progress in imaging techniques is observed. Therefore it is mandatory for a dental practitioner to keep track on the changes in diagnostic algorithms.

The aim of the lecture is to discuss the role of radiological examinations in imaging of occlusion disorders.

In the lecture there will be discussed the basics of imaging methods such as radiography, Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), Computed Tomography (CT), ultrasound (US) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). There will be presented the pros and cons of the above mentioned techniques in cases of patients with occlusion disorders. Plain radiographs become obsolete and replaced by CBCT, while diagnostic imaging tools not based on X-rays, such as MRI and US, become more and more important.

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