Research field introduction

“Our department, as the name suggests, conducts research on all aspects of imaging applied in the oral cavity, but we place particular emphasis on research related to CT diagnosis, ultrasound diagnosis, and MR diagnosis, which are central to the practice of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. By covering a wide range of basic and clinical fields, we have pioneered a new direction in diagnostic imaging, namely quantitative diagnostic imaging and comprehensive diagnostic imaging. In particular, we have focused on research into the diagnostic imaging of malignant tumors, and have established protocols for standard imaging methods for malignant tumors in the oral and maxillofacial region, contributing to the selection of less invasive surgical methods and the improvement of patient QOL. Recently, new imaging methods such as dental cone beam CT and PET/CT have emerged, and we are conducting research on their characteristics and clinical applications. In addition, we have conducted various basic and clinical studies on dental digital diagnostic imaging systems, which are rapidly becoming popular in the dental field.

The introduction of new diagnostic imaging methods does not necessarily lead to improved diagnostic accuracy. However, we are continuing our daily practice and research to improve the diagnostic accuracy by analyzing the information obtained from new diagnostic imaging methods in detail.

In any era, it is the new power of unconventional ideas that opens up the new era. We commit ourselves to training the younger generation of oral and maxillofacial radiologists.”