LP2 Chapter 16 Flashcards
What are the 3 common types of Intraoral Radiographic examinations?
- Periapical examinations
- Interproximal examinations
- Occlusal examination
What is the purpose of a Periapical examination?
To examine the entire tooth (crown and root) and supporting bone.
What type of image receptor is used in Periapical examinations?
Periapical receptor.
What do periapical images show?
The terminal end of the tooth root and surrounding bone as well as the crown.
Where is the word periapical derived from?
Peri = greek = around Apex = latin = terminal end of the tooth root
What techniques are used with periapical examinations?
- paralleling technique
2. bisecting technique
What is the purpose of Interproximal Examination?
Used to examine the crowns of both the maxillary and mandibular teeth on a single image.
What does proximal suggest in an interpoximal exam?
Examining adjacent tooth surfaces and crestal bone.
What type of image receptor is used in Interproximal exams?
Bite-wing receptor
What technique is used in an interproximal exam?
Bite-wing technique
What is the purpose of an Occlusal Examination?
To examine large areas of the maxilla or the mandible on one image.
What type of imaging receptor is used in an occlusal examination?
Occulsal receptor
What are the two tooth bearing areas?
Dentulous and Endentulous
What radiographs do CMRS consist of?
Periapical and Bite-wing radiographs
When are bite-wing radiographs used for CMRS?
Only in areas where teeth have interproximal contact with other teeth.
