Div. of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Professor　 HAYASHI Takafumi

hayashi@dent.niigata-u.ac.jp

Our Education

　Oral and maxillofacial radiology

Our Research

The diagnostic imaging section covers all aspects of diagnostic imaging in the maxillofacial region and focuses on improving the diagnostic accuracy of oral cancer and cervical lymph node metastasis. We are also working on unique initiatives such as introducing artificial intelligence and radiomics to the field of diagnostic imaging as well as developing T2 mapping and diffusion-weighted imaging for magnetic resonance imaging and intraoral ultrasonographic diagnostic equipment.
The oral care section aims to maintain and improve feeding function and quality of life through oral care before, during, and after treatment, preventing adverse events in patients receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. In particular, we are promoting a variety of approaches from basic and clinical perspectives regarding oral hygiene management methods and various devices to ensure the completion of radiation therapy.

Clinical Fields

In the diagnostic imaging section, we use multiple diagnostic imaging modalities such as conventional X-ray images, computed tomography, dental cone-beam computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasonography to detect diseases in the oral and maxillofacial region, contribute to determination of treatment plans, and assist with post-treatment follow-up.
In the oral care section, we take measures against side effects related to the teeth and oral cavity. We also perform oral management not only during chemotherapy and radiotherapy but also after treatment has ended to maintain patients’ quality of life under collaboration with cancer specialists, nurses, and pharmacists.

Our Website

https://www5.dent.niigata-u.ac.jp/~radiology/

　

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  • Div. of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
  • Div. of Biomimetics
  • Div. of Preventive Dentistry
  • Div. of Cariology Operative Dentistry and Endodontics
  • Div. of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Div. of Bio-Prosthdontics
  • Div. of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Div. of Dental Clinical Education
  • Div. of Oral Anatomy
  • Div. of Oral Physiology
  • Div. of Oral Biochemistry
  • Div. of Periodontology
  • Div. of Orthodontics
  • Div. of Dysphagia Rehabilitation
  • Div. of Anatomy and Cell Biology of the Hard Tissue
  • Div. of Oral Pathology
  • Div. of Dental Pharmacology
  • Div. of Comprehensive Prosthodontics
  • Div. of Reconstructive Surgery for Oral and Maxillofacial Region
  • Div. of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
  • Div. of Dental Anesthesiology
  • Department of Oral Health and Welfare
  • Center for Advanced Oral Science
  • Div. of Dental Clinical Education
    General Dentistry and Clinical Education Unit
  • Oral Implant and Temporomandibular Joint Clinic