The book emphasizes the radiographic appearances of various soft tissue calcifications occurring in the maxillofacial region, so as to aid in a better diagnosis. We found the soft tissue calcifications to be more predominant in women with increased occurrences over 40 years of age. Optimal knowledge of the normal anatomy of the maxillofacial skeleton is inevitable to arrive at a precise radiographic diagnosis of such calcifications. An appropriate referral protocol to a medical specialist is important if a dental practitioner suspects calcification of atheroma of the carotid artery.