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Which type of dental restoration appears completely radiopaque on a dental image?
Which type of dental restoration appears completely radiopaque on a dental image?
- Acrylic
- Porcelain
- Amalgam (correct)
- Composite
What does the term 'radiolucent' mean in relation to dental images?
What does the term 'radiolucent' mean in relation to dental images?
- Light or white
- Small and round
- Dark or black (correct)
- Irregular outlines
Why is it important for the dental professional to interpret dental images while the patient is present?
Why is it important for the dental professional to interpret dental images while the patient is present?
- To view dental restorations and materials
- To obtain additional information
- To identify and locate foreign objects
- To verify what is seen on the dental image (correct)
Which material used in endodontic therapy appears radiopaque and similar in density to base materials?
Which material used in endodontic therapy appears radiopaque and similar in density to base materials?
What is the typical base material of a complete denture composed of?
What is the typical base material of a complete denture composed of?
Which material used in removable partial dentures appears radiopaque and is usually seen with wrought-metal clasps?
Which material used in removable partial dentures appears radiopaque and is usually seen with wrought-metal clasps?
What appears as thin radiopaque lines and is used in oral surgery to stabilize fractures of the maxilla and the mandible?
What appears as thin radiopaque lines and is used in oral surgery to stabilize fractures of the maxilla and the mandible?
Which type of restoration appears completely radiopaque and exhibits a smooth marginal outline?
Which type of restoration appears completely radiopaque and exhibits a smooth marginal outline?
What is the main purpose of a base material in a cavity preparation?
What is the main purpose of a base material in a cavity preparation?
What is an amalgam overhang?
What is an amalgam overhang?
What is the appearance of a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown on a dental image?
What is the appearance of a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown on a dental image?
Flashcards
Amalgam Radiopacity
Amalgam Radiopacity
Amalgam restorations appear completely opaque on dental X-rays.
Radiolucent
Radiolucent
Radiolucent areas on X-rays appear dark or black.
Patient Presence During Image Interpretation
Patient Presence During Image Interpretation
Dental professionals should interpret X-rays with the patient present.
Gutta Percha Radiopacity
Gutta Percha Radiopacity
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Complete Denture Material
Complete Denture Material
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Removable Partial Denture Metal
Removable Partial Denture Metal
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Suture Wires on X-ray
Suture Wires on X-ray
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Gold Restoration Appearance
Gold Restoration Appearance
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Base Material Purpose
Base Material Purpose
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Amalgam Overhang
Amalgam Overhang
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Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crown X-ray
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crown X-ray
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Study Notes
Dental Imaging and Materials
- A dental restoration that appears completely radiopaque on a dental image is a gold inlay.
- Radiolucent refers to a material or structure that allows X-rays to pass through, appearing dark or less dense on a dental image.
- It is important for the dental professional to interpret dental images while the patient is present to ensure accurate diagnosis and immediate discussion of findings.
- Gutta-percha appears radiopaque and similar in density to base materials, making it a commonly used material in endodontic therapy.
- The typical base material of a complete denture is composed of acrylic resin.
Dental Restorations and Materials
- Cobalt-chromium alloy appears radiopaque and is usually seen with wrought-metal clasps in removable partial dentures.
- Miniplates and screws appear as thin radiopaque lines and are used in oral surgery to stabilize fractures of the maxilla and the mandible.
- A cast gold restoration appears completely radiopaque and exhibits a smooth marginal outline.
Cavity Preparation and Restorations
- The main purpose of a base material in a cavity preparation is to provide a strong foundation for the restoration and protect the tooth from further damage.
- An amalgam overhang is a type of defect that occurs when excess amalgam is not properly carved away, resulting in a projecting edge of the restoration.
- A porcelain-fused-to-metal crown appears as a radiopaque restoration with a thin radiolucent line at the cervical margin on a dental image.
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Test your knowledge on dental imaging and interpretation of dental restorations and materials in this quiz. Identify and locate foreign objects using dental images and learn about the importance of interpreting them while the patient is present.
