Abstract
Jaw osteomyelitis is a severe inflammatory condition affecting the maxilla or mandible,
posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. An early and accurate diagnosis is crucial
to initiating appropriate treatment and preventing potential complications. Radiological
imaging plays a pivotal role in diagnosing and evaluating jaw osteomyelitis, providing
valuable insights into the extent of the disease and aiding clinicians in making informed
decisions. One of the most important aspects of imaging is to differentiate them from
the noninfectious mimics, which can closely mimic their imaging appearance. This article
aims to present a comprehensive overview of imaging in jaw osteomyelitis, focusing
on the critical clinical and imaging markers that distinguish it from its noninfectious
imitators.
Keywords
jaw osteomyelitis - mandible - maxilla - osteoradionecrosis - osteonecrosis - CT -
CRMO - Caffey disease
