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NEWS
EVENTS
Interesting Cases from Oral Radiology Practice
Date(s)Jyoti Mago
Subject: 730 Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology
Credits: 1
Method: Lecture
Thursday, September 26: 7:30–8:30 p.m. CDT
Audience: Students, Residents, Dentists, Dental Assistants
Fee: $37.50 (students and residents); $75 (members); $125 (nonmembers)
Description
The objective of this course is to provide an overview of various interesting and challenging radiographic findings in a case presentation format on imaging technologies such as FMX radiographs, panoramic radiographs and cone beam computed tomography images. The management and the follow-up of some of the findings will also be discussed.
Learning Objectives
- Correlate radiographic findings with the final diagnosis.
- Plan out the management of the disease process.
- Plan the radiographic follow-up and treatment planning.
Jyoti Mago is an oral and maxillofacial radiologist currently serving as an assistant professor within the Department of Clinical Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. With a fervent commitment to advancing the field of radiology, Mago embarked on a journey of extensive training, completing two esteemed oral and maxillofacial radiology specialty programs. She first refined her skills at Maharishi Markandeshwar University in India, followed by rigorous education at the renowned University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.