Changing trabecular patterns in panoramic radiographs of Swedish women during 25 years of follow-up.

Objectives: The radiographic trabecular pattern on dental radiographs may be used to predict fractures. The aim of this study was to analyze longitudinal changes in the mandibles of 145 females between 1980 and 2005.

Methods: Panoramic radiographs were obtained in 1980 and 2005.