Radiograph Interpretation (E2,L5)

Question 1

Dense structures ______ more X-rays

Answer 1

ABSORB

Question 2

Since both periodontitis and dental caries result in decalcification of hard tissues (i.e., bone and enamel/dentin), the affected tissues will absorb ____ X-rays and thereby exhibit differing degrees of absorption that, in turn, will be displayed on the radiographic film as various degrees of radiopacity and/or radiolucency.

Answer 2

LESS

Question 3

The IA nerve has a __mm loop before it exits the mental foramen.

Answer 3

5mm

Question 4

Interproximal Caries: Occur below the ______ point. Follows direction of _______. There is a _____-shaped radiolucency and it spreads along the ____.

Answer 4

contact….enamel rods…Cone-shaped radiolucency…DEJ

Question 5

ROOT caries! Involves ________ and dentin…Generally initiated in areas of ________.

Answer 5

cementum…food impaction

Question 6

ROOT caries! Common in ________ patients following surgical exposure of root surfaces :(

Answer 6

perio

Question 7

ROOT caries! ______-shaped morphology…which tooth structure is NOT involved??

Answer 7

Saucer…enamel is NOT involved!

Question 8

ROOT caries! Which 2 bugs are to blame? (hint: 1 bacterium, 1 fungus)

Answer 8

1. Actino-myces VISCOUS 2.Candida Albicans (say whaaaaat!?)

Question 9

Did you know!? _____ the proximal lesions go undetected with explorers

Answer 9

1/2

Question 10

X-rays are ___% sensitive in the diagnosis of proximal caries

Answer 10

60%

Question 11

Caries detection by radiographic examination requires: Very thorough ______ examination, Flawless radiographic ________, _________ in radiographic interpretation

Answer 11

CLINICAL, TECHNIQUE, EXPERIENCE