Training in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology: - Oral and maxillofacial radiology is recognised as a dental specialty by the American Dental Association. - To become an oral and maxillofacial radiologist, one must complete a dental degree and a postgraduate course of training. - Training includes radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation safety, radiologic technique, patho-physiology of disease, and interpretation of diagnostic images. - Accredited programs in the United States, Canada, and Australia are a minimum of two years in length. - Some programs require the completion of a masters degree, while others offer the option of pursuing a concurrent PhD or masters degree. - Programs in the United Kingdom are four years in length. - Training in Australia focuses on clinical radiology and includes reporting of various imaging techniques.

United States: - Oral and maxillofacial radiology is recognised as a dental specialty in the United States. - Training in the United States includes comprehensive education in radiation physics, biology, safety, technique, and interpretation. - Accredited programs in the United States are a minimum of two years in length. - Successful completion of training allows the oral and maxillofacial radiologist to challenge the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology examination.

Australia: - Australian programs in oral maxillofacial radiology are accredited by the Australian Dental Council. - Programs in Australia are three years in length and culminate in either a masters degree or a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry degree. - The University of Queensland is currently the only institution offering specialist training in oral maxillofacial radiology in Australia. - Training in Australia focuses on clinical radiology and includes reporting of various imaging techniques. - Fellowship can be acquired through the Royal Australia New Zealand College of Radiologists and/or the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.

Canada: - Canadian programs in oral maxillofacial radiology are accredited by the Canadian Dental Association. - Programs in Canada are a minimum of two years in length and usually result in a Master of Science degree. - Graduates are eligible to sit for the Fellowship exams with the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. - Canadian training programs provide comprehensive education in oral maxillofacial radiology. - Successful completion of training allows graduates to become certified oral and maxillofacial radiologists in Canada.

United Kingdom: - Programs in the United Kingdom for oral maxillofacial radiology are four years in length. - Training in the UK culminates in a Certificate in Completion of Specialty Training and often a Master of Science degree. - Graduates are then eligible to sit for the Diploma of Dental Radiology from the Royal College of Radiologists. - Training in the UK provides a comprehensive education in oral maxillofacial radiology. - Successful completion of training allows graduates to practice as certified oral and maxillofacial radiologists in the UK.