Mostrando entradas con la etiqueta Dental Radiology. Mostrar todas las entradas
Mostrando entradas con la etiqueta Dental Radiology. Mostrar todas las entradas

lunes, 14 de diciembre de 2020

Everything you need to know about dental X-rays: Are they safe? Why are they used?

Dental Radiology

Thanks to dental X-rays, it is possible to observe lesions or pathologies that affect the tooth and that are not visible to the clinical examination, becoming a great help for the diagnosis.

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Currently, radiation exposure is minimal, as long as the equipment used is digital and the patient wears lead aprons.

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We share the video of the channel I HATE THE DENTIST, which explains the importance of dental x-rays, and everything we need to know about them.

Dental Radiology


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sábado, 14 de noviembre de 2020

Why do Dentists take X-Rays?

Dental Radiology

Dental X-rays are very important for diagnosis and treatment. The clinical examination evaluates the hard (teeth) and soft tissues (gums, cheeks) of the oral cavity, but thanks to the X-rays we can see if there are any changes that are not visible.

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There are several types of radiographs such as periapical, bitewing, occlusal, panoramic and lateral. The dentist will resort to one of them if he considers it convenient for the diagnosis.

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Thanks to the X-rays we can see if there are interproximal caries, and the depth of the caries. We can also discover if there is any pathology at the maxillary level. Much more on the importance of dental X-rays below.

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viernes, 30 de octubre de 2020

Do you need x ray for braces? Why?

Orthodontics

When a person wants to start orthodontic treatment, they must go through a clinical and radiographic evaluation. Both are complemented by what are essential for the diagnosis.

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The radiographs that are usually used for orthodontic diagnosis are: panoramic and cephalometric radiographs. Each of them reveal characteristics of great importance to carry out the treatment plan.

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In the x-rays we can observe some alteration in the teeth or in the bone tissue. The orthodontist must know the patient's oral health status before starting treatment.

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domingo, 5 de julio de 2020

Are dental x-rays safe? They are necessary?

Dental Radiology

Dental radiography is an excellent diagnostic support, because we can see what happens inside our teeth and bone. We can observe caries and infectious processes not clinically visible.

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There are different techniques to take a dental x-ray, since each of them show us different details and that are necessary for the dentist to diagnose.

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Many people fear receiving x-rays, so it is important the safety measures that the professional must take when taking an x-ray. Another important fact is that digital radiography is currently used, which exposes the patient to less radiation.

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lunes, 8 de junio de 2020

Radiographic Techniques for the Pediatric Patient

Receding Gums

Clinicians are in agreement the foundation of an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan is based on a comprehensive medical and dental history, a thorough clinical examination, and diagnostic radiographs.

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Of the three, obtaining diagnostic radiographs in the pediatric dental patient is probably the most difficult to accomplish, not only from a technical standpoint but because of parental fears and misconceptions.

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With the news media reporting on a daily basis the environmental insults experienced by the human body, parents are preoccupied with the effects of diagnostic and treatment procedures on the child's health.

Oral Medicine




°dentalcare.com
°Radiographic Techniques for the Pediatric Patient
°Steven Schwartz, DDS
Image: Tooth Fairy Pediatric Dental

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