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Radiography examinations in dentistry are used for caries detection and evaluation, imaging the pathologies resulting from infection, traumatic dental injuries, detecting eruption problems, developmental anomalies, unexplained color changes of teeth, before planning for orthodontic treatment, in the presence of facial swelling, for evaluation of prosthetic purposes, and for surgical evaluations. These are all examples of ____________.
Radiography examinations in dentistry are used for caries detection and evaluation, imaging the pathologies resulting from infection, traumatic dental injuries, detecting eruption problems, developmental anomalies, unexplained color changes of teeth, before planning for orthodontic treatment, in the presence of facial swelling, for evaluation of prosthetic purposes, and for surgical evaluations. These are all examples of ____________.
oral diagnosis
______ radiographs are taken inside the mouth and are used to visualize the teeth, surrounding structures, and supporting bone.
______ radiographs are taken inside the mouth and are used to visualize the teeth, surrounding structures, and supporting bone.
intraoral
Types of dental radiographies include intraoral radiographs, occlusal radiography, periapical radiography, bite-wing radiography, and ________ radiographs.
Types of dental radiographies include intraoral radiographs, occlusal radiography, periapical radiography, bite-wing radiography, and ________ radiographs.
extraoral
________ radiography techniques are frequently used in dental practice for various diagnostic purposes.
________ radiography techniques are frequently used in dental practice for various diagnostic purposes.
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_______ radiography is used when detailed images of one or more teeth are desired, evaluating the crown and root parts as a whole, visualizing the surrounding bone tissue, and assessing infections, pathologies from trauma, and root canal treatment stages.
_______ radiography is used when detailed images of one or more teeth are desired, evaluating the crown and root parts as a whole, visualizing the surrounding bone tissue, and assessing infections, pathologies from trauma, and root canal treatment stages.
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Panoramic radiography is also known as ________.
Panoramic radiography is also known as ________.
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Diagnosis in dentistry is called '______'.
Diagnosis in dentistry is called '______'.
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For a good oral diagnosis, intraoral examination, extraoral examination, and ______ examination are performed.
For a good oral diagnosis, intraoral examination, extraoral examination, and ______ examination are performed.
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Radiographic examination is an indispensable method used for diagnosis, treatment planning and ______ control.
Radiographic examination is an indispensable method used for diagnosis, treatment planning and ______ control.
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Decay, bone loss and root canal problems that cannot be noticed during ______ can be easily detected.
Decay, bone loss and root canal problems that cannot be noticed during ______ can be easily detected.
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X-rays also help with treatment planning in ______ and implantology.
X-rays also help with treatment planning in ______ and implantology.
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______ and head-neck area tissues and organs are systematically examined.
______ and head-neck area tissues and organs are systematically examined.
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Digital radiography uses an ______ sensor instead of x-ray film.
Digital radiography uses an ______ sensor instead of x-ray film.
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______ radiography is a type of extraoral radiography that shows both jaws and teeth.
______ radiography is a type of extraoral radiography that shows both jaws and teeth.
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In panoramic radiography, the patient is asked if he/she has had an ______ taken within the last 6 months.
In panoramic radiography, the patient is asked if he/she has had an ______ taken within the last 6 months.
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Bite-wing radiography is used to evaluate the relationship between the ______ of the teeth and the alveolar bone.
Bite-wing radiography is used to evaluate the relationship between the ______ of the teeth and the alveolar bone.
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Patients are told to remove ______ from the head and neck area before panoramic radiography.
Patients are told to remove ______ from the head and neck area before panoramic radiography.
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The reason for preferring panoramic dental x-rays is that it fits the entire ______ into a single image.
The reason for preferring panoramic dental x-rays is that it fits the entire ______ into a single image.
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Study Notes
Digital Radiography
- Digital radiography uses an electronic sensor instead of x-ray film to produce images that can be examined on a computer screen in a short time.
Panoramic Radiographies (OPTG)
- A type of extraoral radiography that shows both jaws, bony part of TMJ, and all upper and lower teeth at the same time.
- Provides ease of use, especially in patients and children who have difficulties in opening their mouth.
- No film is placed in the mouth during the procedure.
- Preferred in today's dentistry as it fits the entire mouth into a single image, making it easier to detect many problems.
Bite-Wing Radiographies
- Used to evaluate the relationship between the crowns of the teeth and the height of the alveolar bone and the cemento-enamel junction.
Radiography Indications
- Caries detection and evaluation
- Imaging pathologies resulting from infection that may occur around the teeth and roots in patients complaining of pain
- Traumatic dental injuries
- Detecting eruption problems
- Developmental anomalies
- Unexplained color changes of teeth
- Before planning for orthodontic treatment
- In the presence of facial swelling
- For evaluation of prosthetic purposes
- For surgical evaluations
Types of Dental Radiographies
- Intraoral radiographs
- Occlusal radiography
- Periapical radiography
- Bite-wing radiography
- Extraoral radiographs
- Panoramic radiography / OPTG
- Cephalometric radiography
- Dental Volumetric Tomography
Periapical Radiography
- Used when detailed images of one or more teeth are desired
- Evaluates the crown and root part as a whole and visualizes the surrounding bone tissue
- Conditions of permanent teeth below the milk teeth can be evaluated
- Used to evaluate infections in the teeth, pathologies resulting from trauma and root canal treatment stages
Oral Diagnosis and Radiology
- Examines intraoral and head-neck area tissues and organs systematically
- Evaluates all changes in these structures clinically and radiographically
- Plans treatments to be performed and directs patients to the relevant departments
- Provides education at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Importance of Radiographic Examination
- An indispensable method used for diagnosis, treatment planning, and post-treatment control
- Helps detect decay, bone loss, and root canal problems that cannot be noticed during examination
- Aids in treatment planning in orthodontic treatment and implantology.
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Test your knowledge on the systematic examination of intraoral and head-neck area tissues, clinical and radiographic evaluations of structural changes, treatment planning, and patient referrals in the field of oral and maxillofacial radiology.
