Radiology for the child and adolescent

Question 1

What challenges do children pose

Answer 1

• fear of the unknown because it may be the first x-ray recieved
• film could be too large for mouth causing discomfort

Question 2

What are the 7 oral dental injuries that can occur in children

Answer 2

1. Crown fracturing
2. Root fracturing

Lucation injuries ;

3. Concussion where the tooth isn’t loose/ displaced
4. Sub-luxation where there is partial dislocation of tooth
5. Intrusion is the inwards movement
6. Extrusion is the outward movement from the socket beyond the occlusal plane
7. Avulsion where the tooth is completely dislocated from alveolar socket

Question 3

What radiograph is most effective in post trauma for children

Answer 3

Upper standard occlusal

Question 4

Why are radiographs taken of the periodontal tissue

Answer 4

Because they show systemic disease affecting tooth support; periodontal disease

Question 5

What is used if periodontal/endodontic lesions are suspected

Answer 5

PAs using the paralleling technique

Question 6

What orthodontic radiographs are required in children

Answer 6

Lateral cephalogram and panoramic radiographs

Question 7

Why are radiographs needed in orthodontics

Answer 7

• shows state of dentition
• shows periodontal health
• shows supernumary teeth (extras)
• shows unerupted teeth
• shows lesions