Chapter 13 Flashcards
(5 cards)
True/ False: Patient education increase fear of xray exposure.
False
A combination of ————— and ————- are the most effective method of educating the patient about dental images.
Oral, written
Emily wants a second opinion on her need for a crown on tooth number 30. Emily contacts her dentist office and request access to the x-rays that were taken at her last visit. Emily was not a very compliant patient and has yet to pay for her consultation. Should the office release the images to Emily?
The dental images should be released to the dentist of Emily’s choice and a printed copy of the images should be given to Emily.
Sasha hasn’t been to the dentist in a little over a decade. She finally comes in to see her dentist and worries about x-ray exposure. She says that she doesn’t want x-rays because she doesn’t want the exposure, then she asked to still be treated. Can Sasha still be treated without dental radiographs?
No
True/False: X-ray exposure should be avoided during pregnancy.
False
