landmarks
what landmark lines up with the corner of your eyes
molars
what film capture the entire tooth, from the crown to the root, including the surrounding bone.
Periapical Films
what technique is more commonly used for taking pictures of your teeth
paralleling
what is it called when your film comes out dark
under exposure
What is the primary purpose of using radiology in dentistry?
to diagnose dental conditions, assess the health of teeth and surrounding structures, plan treatments, and monitor progress over time
what landmark lines up with the pupil
premolars
what films are used to view the crowns of the upper and lower teeth simultaneously, useful for detecting cavities between teeth and assessing bone levels.
bitewing film
what technique has a higher chance to be distorted
bisecting
what happens when your film comes out after improper handling, storage, or exposure to light, resulting in a grayish image that obscures details.
fog film
What is the difference between X-rays and radiographs
X-rays refer to the type of radiation used to capture images, while radiographs are the actual images produced using X-ray technology.
what landmark lines up with the corner of your nose
canines (cupid)
what films provide a broad view of the entire mouth, including all teeth, the jawbone, and surrounding structures
Panoramic Films
is placed closer to the tooth, making it easier for patients with limited mouth opening,
bisecting
what is it called when your film comes to bright and unreadable
over exposure
Why is lead shielding important during dental radiography?
Lead shielding protects sensitive areas of the body (like the thyroid and reproductive organs) from unnecessary radiation exposure during X-ray procedures.
what landmark lines up with the center of the nose
central incisor's
what film images of the dental structures are useful for more complex cases like implants and orthodontics.
Cone Beam Computed Tomography
involves positioning the film parallel to the long axis of the tooth, with the central ray perpendicular to both the film and the tooth
paralleling
what is called when the film is lopsided and cutting out most of the anatomy of the teeth
incorrect Film Positioning
What type of radiographic technique is most commonly used to visualize the interproximal areas of teeth?
The bitewing technique is most commonly used to visualize the interproximal areas, helping to detect cavities and assess bone levels.
how many landmarks are there
4
what is Used to view the occlusal surfaces of the teeth and the relationship between the upper and lower jaws.
occlusal film
technique involves positioning the film parallel to the long axis of the tooth, with the central ray perpendicular to both the film and the tooth
bisecting
what is it called when the film is over lapping with a tooth
Double exposure
What is the significance of using a grid in radiographic imaging?
A grid helps reduce scatter radiation, improving the quality of the image by enhancing contrast and sharpness, especially for thicker body parts.