Radiology General Flashcards

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Name three x rays (other than lat ceph) that are indicated for children, and state their usage

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Panoramic: general examination and screening of dentition, observe eruption and presence of teeth, detect any abnormalities (supernumerary teeth, stage of development)
 Bitewing: Detect caries
 Anterior occlusal: detect and locate objects like supernumerary teeth , check position of impacted teeth
 Periapical: space analysis, localization of impacted teeth

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