Dental radiology digital imaging made easy by Royann RoyerPublication Date: 2019
Equipment Overview: Identifies all the components of a digital X-ray unit. Discusses what is required to achieve quality images and how to provide appropriate safety precautions. Sensor Periapical Imagine Techniques: Demonstrates the paralleling technique for posterior and anterior periapicals with the digital sensor using the XCP holder. A section on 'Tips and Tricks' is included for providing techniques for common problems that occur when taking periapicals with a digital sensor. Phosphorus Storage Plate (PSP) Techniques: This demonstrates posterior and anterior periapical imaging using the paralleling technique and also the Bisect the Angle technique. A section on Vertical Bitewings and Occulusal imaging is also included. Panoramic Imaging Techniques: This section demonstrates techniques for taking a digital panoramic image. A section on common errors and how to prevent and adjust positioning is included. A new section demonstrates additional equipment and techniques for Panoramic Bitewings. Portable Radiology Techniques NOMAD: A portable X-ray unit is used to demonstrate Bitewing and Periapical techniques and a discussion of important safety features that should be followed when using portable equipment. Cone Beam Imaging: This new section discusses how 3-D imaging is utilized in dentistry and demonstrates technique on the I-CAT equipment unit.
