L.12,13,14-Radio, LA, Ext Flashcards
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The most important point about Radiographs for a patient: there is no general indication for taking radiographs, a ________ is performed first, then other assessments. Then if there are indications, a _______ is taken.
clinical exam…radiograph
SLOB RULE: If an object moves WITH the head (same) it is on the _______ (aka ______) side of the arch.
Lingual (Palatal)
SLOB RULE: If an object moves OPPOSITE to the head of the x-ray beam, the object is on the ________ (aka ______) of the arch.
buccal…labial
What is the nickname for a bitewing?
a “caries detecting” radiograph
The recommendations for taking x-rays are subject to clinical judgment and may not apply to _____ patient.
They are to be used by dentists only after reviewing the patient’s health history and completing a clinical _______.
EVERY…EXAM
Dental Radiation accounts for __% of al healthcare x-rays
1%
Which gland is most susceptible to dental radiograph exposure?
thyroid
In radiology: Know What You ______ to See Before You Shoot
EXPECT
What are the 8 indications for dental x-rays in children?
1.Growth and Development (pano) 2.Caries 3.Pulp 4.Integrity 5. Bone 6.Post op 7.Anomalies 8. Pain/Swelling
What % of carious lesions can be seen by X-ray?
40-50%
Size 0 films are typically for children under ___ years of age. They can be used for what 2 views?
7…bitewings and PA
Size 1 film is typically used for children over ___ years and for these two views:
7 years…bitewings and PA
Size 2 film is considered for what age range and what position?
Adults and posterior (bitewings, PA, modified occlusal)
Size __ film is used for LARGE occlusal shots and works for most children…they can be used for an ________ lateral view
4….extraoral
What is the best behavioral control method to used for x-rays?
Tell, show, do
How often do I take x-rays? every ______ as long as there is evidence of caries or High Risk Factors
6 months
How often do I take x-rays? every ____-____ if no caries and no high risk factors
12-24 mo
How often do I take x-rays? For an adolescent at LOW risk for caries take every ___-____
18-36 mo
Interesting…how long does it take for caries to progress through the OUTER half of enamel on a PRIMARY tooth?
1 year
Interesting…how long does it take for caries to progress through the INNER half of enamel on a PRIMARY tooth?
1 year
Interesting…how long does it take for caries to progress through the enamel on a PERMANENT tooth?
3 years
We never take routine ________ view films. There must always be a reason for these films.
occlusal
How many views of a traumatized tooth do we take?
3
The dose from a Pano is equivalent to how many PA’s?
4