Barrett A P, Waters B E, Griffiths C J
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol. 1984 Jun;57(6):673-7. doi: 10.1016/0030-4220(84)90292-5.
One thousand consecutive panoramic radiographs were assessed to determine the risk/benefit relationship involved when this technique is used to screen patients for previously undiagnosed pathologic processes. The results of the investigation do not support the use of this technique as a routine procedure in general dental patient assessment.