23 Questions
Which organization recommends a number of annual tests for dental x-ray machines?
American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR)
What is the purpose of a quality assurance plan in the dental office?
To ensure the production of high-quality diagnostic images
How can you determine if dental x-ray film is fresh and properly stored?
Check the film for a slight blue tint
Which term is used to describe the appearance of a radiolucent lesion that exhibits one compartment?
Unilocular
What term is used to describe a radiolucent lesion with ill-defined or irregular margins?
Malignant
Which term refers to the area around the apex of a tooth?
Periapical
What term is used to describe the area between the roots of adjacent teeth?
Inter-radicular
Which term refers to a well-defined, localized radiopaque lesion on a dental image?
Focal opacity
Which term describes a radiopaque lesion that appears as multiple radiopacities that appear to overlap or flow together?
Multifocal confluent radiopaque pattern
Which term refers to a granular or pebbled radiopacity that resembles pulverized glass?
Ground glass appearance
Which term describes a radiopaque lesion that exhibits both radiopaque and radiolucent components?
Mixed lucent-opaque lesion
Which dental professional is responsible for establishing a diagnosis?
Dentist
What is the primary role of the dental radiographer in image interpretation?
To offer an explanation
What is the difference between interpretation and diagnosis in dentistry?
Interpretation refers to an explanation of what is viewed on a dental image, whereas diagnosis refers to the identification of disease.
Why is descriptive terminology important in dental imaging?
To communicate using a common language
Which device is used to test the strength of the developer solution?
Step wedge
What should be done if the density seen on the daily radiograph differs from that on the standard radiograph by more than two steps on the step wedge?
The developer solution must be changed
What does the clearing test monitor?
Fixer strength
What should be done if the film does not completely clear after 2 minutes in the fixer solution?
Reimmerse it in the fixer solution
Which of the following is the correct procedure for checking screen-film contact using the wire mesh test?
Load the cassette, place the test object, position the PID, expose the cassette, process the film, and view the film.
What should be done if the wire mesh image seen on the film exhibits varying densities?
The cassette should be repaired or replaced.
What should be done if light leaks are seen around the door, through the seams of the walls or ceiling, or through a vent or keyhole in the darkroom?
Light leaks must be eliminated using weather stripping or black tape before proceeding with film processing.
How can the strength of the developer solution be checked?
By comparing film densities to a standard.
Test your skills in dental image interpretation with this quiz! Learn how to evaluate and recognize diseases, lesions, and conditions of the jaws through dental imaging. Enhance your ability to read and explain what you see on dental images.
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