Dental Imageing

Question 1

Dental imaging and radiography

Answer 1

Purpose
•Taking and processing of x-rays of teeth and jaws
•X-rays are generated and pointed at the required area
•The finished x-ray is called a radiograph
•Used as a tool before treatment starts, to monitor progress and as a follow up
•Detecting tooth decay – particularly in approximal area

Question 2

Dental imaging and radiography

Answer 2

•Taking and processing of x-rays of teeth and jaws
•X-rays are generated and pointed at the required area
•The finished x-ray is called a radiograph
•Used as a tool before treatment starts, to monitor progress and as a follow up
•Detecting tooth decay – particularly in approximal area

Question 3

Radiopaque

Answer 3

Radiopaque –
•Dense materials appear lighter e.g. enamel, bone, materials used to restore teeth
•Absorb x-rays

Question 4

Radiolucent

Answer 4

Radiolucent – less dense materials appear darker e.g. pulp and soft tissue
•X-rays pass through these materials more easily