The document discusses diagnostic radiography techniques used in pediatric dentistry. It begins with an introduction and overview of the importance of radiographs in diagnosis and treatment planning. It then covers the history of x-rays and components of x-ray machines. The document discusses various intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques including paralleling, bisecting angle, bitewing, occlusal, and panoramic techniques. It provides details on positioning, advantages, and limitations of each technique. Radiation protection and behavioral considerations are also covered.
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The Indian Dental Academy is the Leader in continuing dental education , training dentists in all aspects of dentistry and offering a wide range of dental certified courses in different formats.
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A Film holder is a device to hold the film which allow easy and predictable alignment of the X- ray tube.
Three types of film holders:
Uncoupled positioning devices consisting of intraoral film holders, but no aiming devices;
Semi rigidly coupled devices that have intra oral film holders and attached aiming rods with or without aiming rings;
Rigidly coupled positioning devices where the intra oral film holder, beam aiming devices, and x-ray cone are all physically connected.
hemostat with rubber biteblock held the film and a long metal rod .
1951: The snap a ray instrument was developed.
1962: The precision X-ray instrument was introduced.
1967: Rinn instruments for use with bisecting angle technique
1968 : for use with the parallel technique.
1987: Cephalometric unit was used for the stabilization of the patient.
1993: Kwik bite and Intrax devices uses for orthodontic purposes. And Rinn xcp bitewing device was also used.
1996: Electronically Guided Alignment Device (EGAD) system was introduced. With this system a custom made occlusal biteblock held an aluminium wedge.
The system measure deflection of a laser
beam from a refernce mirror attached to a
bracket bonded to the patient’s mirrorIntensifying screens are image receptor system used in combination with x ray film for all extra oral radiographic procedures such as OPG , ceph and skull radiography
Types- Depending on light emitted
Blue emitting visible light
Green emitting visible light
Consist of light sensitive phosphor crystals suspended in plastic material
When the phosphors are struck by x ray photons they emit visible light that exposes the xray film.
Most frequently used- calcium tungstate – Blue visible light
Rare earth element-
Advantages-
4 x more efficient
Green emission spectrum
hich allow easy and predictable alignment of the X- ray tube.
Three types of film holders:
Uncoupled positioning devices consisting of intraoral film holders, but no aiming devices;
Semi rigidly coupled devices that have intra oral film holders and attached aiming rods with or without aiming rings;
Rigidly coupled positioning devices where the intra oral film holder, beam aiming devices, and x-ray cone are all physically connected.
hemostat with rubber biteblock held the film and a long metal rod .
1951: The snap a ray instrument was developed.
1962: The precision X-ray instrument was introduced.
1967: Rinn instruments for use with bisecting angle technique
1968 : for use with the parallel technique.
1987: Cephalometric unit was used for the stabilization of the patient.
1993: Kwik bite and Intrax devices uses for orthodontic purposes. And Rinn xcp bitewing device was also used.
1996: Electronically Guided Alignment Device (EGAD) system was introduced. With this system a custom made occlusal biteblock held an aluminium wedge.
The system measure deflection of a laser
beam from a refernce mirror attached to a
bracket bonded to the patie
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offering a wide range of dental certified courses in different formats.for more details please visit
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Rigidly coupled positioning devices where the intra oral film holder, beam aiming devices, and x-ray cone are all physically connected.
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1967: Rinn instruments for use with bisecting angle technique
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Advantages-
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Uncoupled positioning devices consisting of intraoral film holders, but no aiming devices;
Semi rigidly coupled devices that have intra oral film holders and attached aiming rods with or without aiming rings;
Rigidly coupled positioning devices where the intra oral film holder, beam aiming devices, and x-ray cone are all physically connected.
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3. 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.
Of the three, 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.
Radiography for children depends on three factors, that is, age of the child,
size of oral cavity, and level of patient’s cooperation.
3
4. The X-ray was discovered in November 1895 by Wilhelm
Conrad Roentgen, a professor of physics at the
University of Würzburg in Germany.
Roentgen presented a paper on his discovery in late December,
and in January 1896, Dr Otto Walkhoff , a dentist in Germany,
made the first dental use of an X-ray and radiographed a lower
premolar
In 1913, William D Coolidge invented the hot cathode X-ray tube
which is the prototype of X-ray tubes today, and in 1923, the first
American dental X-ray machine was manufactured by Victor X-ray
Corporation which later became General Electric X-ray
Corporation. 4
6. Control panel: This consists of an on/off
switch, indicator lights, an exposure
button, and control devices (time, Kvp, mA)
to regulate the X-ray beam. The control
panel is plugged into an electrical outlet
and appears as a panel or cabinets that are
mounted.
Extension arm: The wall mounted
extension arm suspends the X-ray tube
head and houses the electrical wires. The
purpose of the cathode is to supply the
electrons necessary to generate X-rays.
Cathode:Produced the electrons that are
accelerated toward the positive anode. This
includes tungsten filaments or coiled wire
made of tungsten, which produces
electrons when heated, and a molybdenum
cup, which focuses the electrons into a
narrow beam and directs the beam across
the tube toward the tungsten targets of the
anode.
6
7. Anode-A positive electrode consists of a
wafer thin tungsten plate embedded in a
solid copper rod with the purpose of
converting electrons into X-ray photon. It
includes a tungsten target, or plate of
tungsten, which serves as a focal spot and
converts bombarding electron into X-ray
photons, and a copper stem, which
functions to dissipate the heat away from
the tungsten target.
Amperage: It is the measurement of the
number of electrons moving through a
conductor
Voltage : It is the measurement of electrical
force that causes electrons to move from
negative pole to a positive one
7
8. They are invisible
They travel at the same speed of light—3 × 108m/s
They travel in a straight line
They cannot be deflected
They affect photographic plates
They produces fluorescence with some substances, for example, bario-
palladium crystals
They can penetrate opaque objects
8
9. Multiple radiographic techniques must be used to manage the wide range of
pediatric and special-needs dental patients. The patient’s size and ability to
cooperate must be considered when a radiographic technique is selected.
9
10. Intraoral tube heads should generate between 60 and 70 kVp to produce
adequate diagnostic images. The timer must be accurate to allow for short
exposure times.
Radiation-sensitive (rapid) image receptors should be used at all times.
Collimation of the radiation beam is advised to reduce the irradiated surface
area to the size of the image receptor.
There are several types of intraoral radiographs, each of which has specific
indications and limitations.
10
11. Periapical radiographs should show the crown of the tooth and at least 3 mm
beyond the apex of the tooth. To achieve this coverage, one can use either the
paralleling technique or the bisecting angle technique. The paralleling
technique is preferred because of its accuracy.
Paralleling Technique
Also called right angle technique/long cone technique/ MacCormack’s
technique/Fitzgerald technique.
Dr Gordon Fitzgerald is the pioneer of this technique.
The primary purpose of this is to obtain a true radiographic orientation of
teeth and supporting structures.
It is based on the principle that central ray should be focused perpendicular
to long axis of the film with the X-ray film being parallel to long axis of tooth.
11
13. To obtain parallelism and to reduce distortion, the film is placed away from tooth,
but the use of long source to object distance reduces the size of the apparent focal
spot and leads to less magnification and increased definition
Film holders are used to ensure proper position of the film and to maintain it in
position
To assure that the periapical areas will be projected onto the film, it is necessary
that the film be positioned away from the teeth and toward the center of the
mouth, where the maximum height of the palate can be utilized
For maxillary projections, the superior border of the film will generally rest at the
height of the palatal vault in the midline. For mandibular projections, the film will
be used to displace the tongue lingually to allow the inferior border of the film to be
depressed into the floor of the mouth away from the mucosa on the lingual surface
of the mandible .
13
14. A variety of film holders are used for this technique. Some are XCP, precision X-
ray instruments, stable bite block, and versatile intraoral positioner
Paralleling principle of intraoral X-ray is technique of choice, because it is more
accurate and produces less distortion than bisecting angle technique
In case of children, there is high muscle activity in the mandible and shallow
palate, thus the film cannot be placed parallel to the long axis of the teeth, but it
has been demonstrated that even if the film is placed within 20° of the parallel to
the long axis, with the beam directed to the film, the radiograph produced by
paralleling technique will be far superior than bisecting angle technique.
14
15. Accurate images can be obtained
with minimum magnification
Interdental bone levels are very well
represented
Periapical tissue will be accurately
shown with minimal foreshortening
or elongation
Horizontal and vertical angulations
are automatically determined by
positioning device
X-ray beam is aimed correctly at
the center of the film and prevents
cone cut
15
16. Positioning of the film packet
is very uncomfortable for
patient especially in the
posterior aspect of teeth, often
causing gagging
Positioning the holder in the
mouth will be difficult for
inexperienced operators
Anatomy of mouth sometimes
makes the technique difficult
Positioning the holders in the
lower third molar region can
be very difficult.
16
17. This technique was promoted by Weston
Price in 1904
Also called Millers Right angle
technique/short cone
technique/isometric triangulation
technique
This technique is based on the principle
of Cieszynski rule of isometry which
states that two triangles are equal when
they share one complete side and have
two equal angles
In this technique, the film is placed
close to the teeth and central ray is
directed at right angles to the line
bisecting the angle formed by the plane
of the film and the long axis of the tooth
17
18. Although film holders are not used in this technique for positioning, we have some
special film holders like Renn-Snap or Snap-A-Ray that can be used to prevent
exposure of patient’s hand, avoid slippage of film in mouth, and prevent cone cut.
Angulations of tube head
Horizontal angulation is 0°
Vertical angulation is different for all teeth
Maxillary
Incisor: +40°,
Premolar: +30°,
Canine: +45°,
Molar: +20°
In deciduous: Anterior: +45°, Posterior: +30°
18
20. Positioning of film or film packet will be reasonably comfortable for patient
and for operator in all areas of mouth
Positioning of film is simple and quick
If we give proper angulation, there will not be any distortion of image
20
21. Improper vertical angulations may lead to shortening or lengthening of image ™
Interdental bone loss will be poorly demonstrated
Shadow of zygomatic bone frequently overlies the roots of upper molars
™
Horizontal and vertical angles have to be assessed for every exposure,
considerable skill is needed
Cone-cut may result if improper positioning of tube is done
Incorrect horizontal angulation will result in horizontal overlapping of crowns
and roots
Crowns of teeth are often distorted, thus preventing detection of proximal
caries.
21
22. Bitewing Radiography
Developed by Howard Raper in 1925
Periapical films are used to record the
coronal portions of both maxillary and
mandibular teeth in one image
Size 1 film is used in children and size
2 films are used in adults
Used mostly to detect interproximal
caries and to check the level of bone
22
24. The head is positioned such that
the midsagittal plane is
perpendicular and the ala-tragus
line is parallel to the floor.
The lower edge of the film is placed
in the floor of the mouth between
the tongue and the lingual aspect
of the mandible and the bite tab is
placed on the occlusal surfaces of
the mandibular teeth.
The film is positioned to cover all
the region of concern. The central
ray enters at the occlusal plane at
a point below the pupil, vertical
angle being +8 degrees.
A tab or bite platform or unibite
film holders can be used to
position the film parallel to the
occlusal plane
24
25. Occlusal Radiography
Used to take the jaw radiographs
of maxilla and mandible to detect
large lesions, fractures,
impactions, supernumerary teeth
and to localize foreign bodies
The film is partially held in
between teeth and partially
supported by patient
The vertical angulation for maxilla
is +45° and for mandible is −55°.
25
26. Determine the presence, shape and position of midline supernumerary teeth .
Determine impaction of canines
Determine the presence or absence of incisors
Assess the extent of trauma to teeth and anterior segments of the arches
In case of trismus and trauma, where the patient cannot open the mouth
completely
Determine the medial and lateral extent of cysts and tumors.
26
27. Occlusal radiographs can be either maxilla or mandible.
Maxillary and mandibular occlusal radiographs can be of 3 types:
1. Anterior topographic view
2. Cross sectional view
3. Lateral topographic view
27
28. Maxillary anterior topographic radiograph is
indicated to view anterior maxilla and its
dentition. While taking the radiograph the
patient’s head is adjusted so that the
occlusal plane is horizontal to the floor. The
film is placed crosswise in the mouth with
exposure side towards maxilla and the
posterior border touching the rami
horizontally. The patient is asked to close
the mouth gently. Central ray is directed
through the tip of the nose toward the
middle of the film with approximately +45
degrees vertical angulation and 0 degrees
horizontal angulation
28
29. Maxillary cross sectional view shows palate,
zygomatic process of maxilla, nasolacrimal
canals, anteroinferior aspects of antrum and
nasal septum.
The patients head is adjusted so that the occlusal
plane is horizontal to the floor. The film is placed
in the mouth crosswise with exposure side
towards maxilla and the posterior border
touching the rami horizontally. The patient is
asked to close his mouth gently. The central ray
is directed at a vertical angulation of +65 and a
horizontal angulation of 0 degrees to the bridge of
the nose just below the nasion, towards the
middle of the film.
29
30. Mandibular cross sectional view includes soft
tissues of the floor of the mouth, lingual and
buccal cortical plates of the mandible from
second molar to second molar. The patient is
seated in a semi reclining position with the
head tilted back so that the ala-tragal line is
almost perpendicular to the floor. The film is
placed in the mouth as described for
mandibular cross sectional view. The anterior
border of the film should be approximately 1 cm
beyond the mandibular central incisors. The
central ray is directed at the midline through
the floor of the mouth approximately 3 cm
below the chin, at right angles to the center of
the film
30
31. Mandibular anterior topographic
occlusal view includes the anterior
portion of the mandible and inferior
cortical border of the mandible. The film
placement is similar to maxillary
occlusal (exposure side towards
mandible) and the head is placed so
that the occlusal plane is at –45 degrees
to the floor and central ray has –10
degree vertical angulation and is
directed through the chin towards the
middle of the film.
31
32. Specialized Intraoral Radiographic Technique
This technique is used exclusively for children and called bent film radiographic
technique
This technique works well with young children, requires little skill as patient
bites down
Used when young patient do not tolerate the placing of a film holder inside their
mouths
Top portion of the film is bent at right angle and this serves as a bite block to
hold the film in place. Patient is instructed to bite the film slowly and radiograph
is taken. Care must be taken to straighten the film before processing
This can be used both with paralleling cone or bisecting angle technique
Size 1 or 2 film should be used.
32
34. PANORAMIC RADIOGRAPHY
It was developed by Numata (1933)
This is also called
orthopantomography/maxillomandib
ular
radiography/pantomography/rotatio
nal tomography.
This uses a mechanism by which the
X-ray film and the source of the X-
rays move simultaneously in
opposite direction at the same speed.
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35. 35
•X-ray tube head. Produces the x-ray beam.
The beam is aimed slightly upwards, towards
the slot in the cassette holder.
•Diaphragm. The x-ray beam is collimated by
the diaphragm to form a vertical slit-shaped
beam. The x-ray beam width should be no
greater than 5 mm.
•Cassette holder. Has a metal sheet at the
front that prevents scattered x-ray photons
reaching the cassette, which would otherwise
degrade the image. There is a narrow vertical
slot in the holder directly opposite the x-ray
source. This ensures that only a small amount
of the film is exposed at one time.
•Cassette carriage. Moves the cassette behind
the cassette holder during the exposure.
•Bite block. Used to locate both upper and
lower incisor teeth in an edge-to-edge
relationship in the focal layer. It also separates
the upper and lower teeth to prevent overlap.
•Light-beam markers. Used to position the
patient correctly, to ensure that the teeth fall in
the focal layer.
•Head-holding apparatus. Allows the patient’s
head to be immobilised once accurately
positioned.
•Handles. Minimise movement of the patient
38. Broad anatomic region imaged
Relatively low radiation dose
Convenience, speed, and ease
Useful in patients who are unable to open mouth.
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39. Lack of image detail for diagnosis of early carious lesion.
Cost of X-ray machine
Overlaps images of teeth
Staying completely immobile for 15 seconds may not be possible for very
young children.
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40. Evaluation of gross carious status
Assessment of advance bone heights
Extensive cystic and tumor cases
Assessment of mixed dentition
Overall assessment of bone pattern
Fractures (trauma)
Preliminary assessment of maxillary sinus diseases
General assessments of condyles morphology
Pre- and postoperative evaluation of oral surgical procedures and orthodontic treatment
Changes in alveolar bone due to systemic diseases like leukemias, Paget disease
Evaluation of third molars
To assess lesions in edentulous jaws
To assess the radiologic assessment of implant site
Patients who have gagging sensation to intraoral films
Ankylosis of temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
Patients with restricted mouth opening
Evaluation of tooth development
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41. XERORADIOGRAPHY
Xeroradiography which is a method of imaging uses the xeroradiographic
copying process to record images produced by diagnostic X-rays
It differs from halide film technique; in that, it involves neither wet chemical
processing nor the use of dark room
The most common application of xeroradiography in medical field is
mammography, but it has also been successfully applied to imaging other
body parts such as the skull, larynx, respiratory tract, TMJ, mandible,
paraosseous soft tissues, and dental structures. In 1955, the first recorded
use of xeroradiography for alveolar structures took place. It was a lateral
oblique view of the mandible.
The imaging method was discovered by an American physicist, Chester
Carlson in 1937
Pogorzelska-Stronczak became the first to use xeroradiograph to produce
dental images with extraoral dental use in cephalometry, sialography, and
panoramic xeroradiography
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42. 42
A schematic figure
of the
xeroradiographic
process by Rawls
and Owen19: (a)
The charged
photoconductor
acting as an
insulator; (b)
Exposure ensures
charge to be
conducted away
from the surface;
(c) particles collect
in charged areas,
giving positive
image
43. Elimination of accidental film exposure: Large light intensity is required for
photoconduction and even when there is exposure, the charged area
intrinsically gets erased. As a result, there is minimal need for storage for film
protection during processing.
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High resolution: Xeroradiography has excellent characteristics of the forces
around the electrostatic charges which form the latent image.
Simultaneous evaluation of multiple tissues: Because the technique records
tissues of differing thicknesses and densities in a xeroradiograph.
Ease of reviewing: Use of reflected or transmitted light is allowed by
xeroradiography, so image can be mounted either in a transparent plastic
sheet or on opaque paper.
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44. Better ease and speed of production: No special skills are required, dark room
requirements are unnecessary, and the entire xeroradiographic process may
be completed within 60 seconds.
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Economic benefit: When compared with halide radiography, the expenditure
is one-eighth
Reduced exposure to radiation hazards: Because there is no need to make
multiple exposures as tissues of different densities and thicknesses can be
recorded in one exposure, patient is at a very low risk of radiation hazards.
Wide applications: Generally, xeroradiography has interesting applications in
the management of neoplasm of laryngopharyngeal area, mammary and joint
region, as well as an aid in cephalometric analysis.
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45. The electrostatic charges in xeroradiographic process stand the risk of being
lost in confined humid oral environment
Technical difficulties
Fragile selenium coat
Transient image retention
Slower speed.
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46. The recent introduction of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) into the
medical field has allowed the nondestructive investigation of internal
structures at relatively low cost and radiation exposure.
This technology has become very popular in the past decade and has found
its way into many private practices. This modality is ideal for imaging hard
tissues. Artifacts due to beam hardening and motion artifacts are to be
avoided . The radiation dose from CBCT is considerably higher than that from
a periapical radiograph. It is also very hard to determine the radiation dose in
general from CBCT since it depends on exposure settings (kVp, mA, and
exposure time), field of view (the size of the volume, which is determined by
the size of the coneshaped x-ray beam), and the resolution of the image (the
details). Justification to expose pediatric patients to CBCT should not be
taken lightly
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48. This technique is usually used in
orthodontics and orthognathic
surgery. Some machines will use a
single exposure, which minimizes
motion errors. In the scanning
machines, the exposure takes longer;
hence there is a higher risk for
motion artifacts in these images.
Positioning of the patient in the
cephalostat is very important.
Remember that digital imaging does
not correct or compensate for
improper patient positioning.
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49. This technique offers an excellent alternative to bitewing radiographs,
periapical radiographs, or panoramic images, when patients are unable to
tolerate these techniques. The technique requires a cassette system (analog
film or phosphor storage plate), held parallel to the midsagittal plane of the
patient, while the x-ray beam is directed perpendicular to the cassette from
behind or below the mandibular body. Figure demonstrates the positioning
of the patient, image receptor, and tube head. Figure provides two examples
of oblique lateral projections. This technique should not be regarded as a
standard of care for every patient. Special-needs patients and small children
can definitely benefit from this technique if a radiographic image is required.
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51. Most people associate ultrasound
imaging with pregnancy, but this
technique also is excellent for
investigation of soft tissues, such as
the floor of the mouth, salivary
glands, and lymph nodes in the head
and neck region. Since the technique
does not involve ionizing radiation, it
can be repeated as many times as
necessary, without exposing the
patient to any risks. Figure 2-22
displays an ultrasonogram of the
floor of the mouth as an illustration
of an investigation to evaluate
swelling or foreign objects in the soft
tissues in this region. In addition,
this technique is appropriate when
fine-needle aspirations are required
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52. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) evaluates
the hydrogen content of tissues and uses a
magnetic field to differentiate among
different tissue types.
Since there are more hydrogen atoms in soft
tissues than in cortical bone, this technique
is especially useful with soft tissue.
Contraindications for MRI include
claustrophobia and the presence of metallic
clips or metallic foreign bodies.
The most common dental indication for the
use of MRI is for imaging the soft tissues of
the temporomandibular joint
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53. Radiograph for children should be conducted in a way that the chances for
harmful effects from the diagnostic exposure are minimized as much as
possible.
Rigid rules have been replaced with a philosophy of radiation protection
called the concept as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
The concept is one of minimum exposure without specifying a specific dose or
level of exposure to radiation that is unacceptable or deemed potentially
harmful. There are many effective methods of minimizing exposure to
patients and dental office personnel.
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54. Prescribing needed dental radiographs: The
first important step in limiting the amount of
X-radiation to a patient is proper ordering of
radiograph. A dentist should have
professional judgment about the numbers,
type, and frequency of dental radiographs as
per the recommended guidelines.
Proper equipment: The dental X-ray tube
head must be equipped with appropriate
aluminum filters, lead collimator, and
position-indicating device (PID) and no
leakage should be present.
Aluminum filtration: The purpose of the
aluminum filter in the X-ray tube head is to
absorb long wavelength, poorly penetrating X-
rays that are not useful in producing the
radiographic image thus reducing somatic
exposure by as much as 57%.
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55. Lead collimation: A collimator is a lead plate with a hole in the middle and is
fitted directly over the opening of the machine housing where the X-ray beam
exits the tube head. Collimation is used to restrict the size and the shape of
the X-ray beam and to reduce patient exposure.
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56. Appears as an extension of the X-ray tube head and is used to direct the X-
ray beam. Three types of PID are conical, rectangular, and round. All these
types are further available in long and short types, the former being more
useful as it causes less divergence of X-ray. Rectangular cone irradiates 80–
85% less tissue than short circular cones
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57. It is a flexible lead shield that is placed securely around the patient’s neck to
protect the thyroid gland from scattered radiation. The use of thyroid collar is
recommended for all intraoral films, and it reduces thyroid gland exposure of
primary beam by 50%
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58. It is a flexible shield that is placed over the patient’s/radiographer’s chest
and lap to protect the reproductive and blood forming tissues from scattered
radiation from reaching these radiosensitive organs. It is recommended for all
intraoral and extraoral films. Reduces scattered radiation to 98% and
minimizes exposure to chest pelvis, long bones, where major portion of
hemopoietic systems are located.
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59. Fast film:Is the single most effective method of reducing exposure to X-
radiation. E-speed is twice as fast as D-speed film and requires only one half
the exposure time.
Film holding devices : Helps to stabilize the film position in the mouth and
therefore, the patient’s finger is not exposed to unnecessary radiation.
Proper film handling: It is required to produce a diagnostic radiograph and to
limit patient’s exposure to radiation.
Correct film processing procedures: Significantly improves the quality of
radiograph. Following factors are important to assure the quality of
radiograph, viz., dark room free from light leaks, adequate dark room safe
lighting, and time–temperature processing.
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60. Used to provide basic safety
information that is needed
when working with X-
radiation. Operator
protection guidelines include
recommendation on
distance, position, and
shielding
Dental radiographer must
avoid the primary beam
Stay 6 feet away from X-ray
tube during X-ray procedure
Use protective barriers
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61. To avoid the primary beam the dental radiographer must be positioned at 90–
135° angles to the beam
The dental radiographer must never hold a film in place for a patient during
X-ray exposure ™
Never hold a tube head during X-ray exposure
Should stand behind a protective barrier like lead screens
X-ray machine should be monitored for leakage radiation
Amount of X-radiation that reaches the body of the dental radiographer can
be monitored by use of personnel monitoring device known as film badge.
This should be worn at waist level. After the dental radiographer has worn
the film badge for a specific time interval, it has to be returned to service
company for dosage calculation.
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62. A radiographic appointment may be a source of anxiety or discomforts for the
young patients. New surroundings, separation from parental support and
intimidating machinery create an early sense of fear and apprehension. A
balance should be established by the pedodontic radiographs between the
child’s inner resources and the demands of the appointment. It is believed
that radiographs provide a pleasant and painless means of introducing a
patient to dental treatment. Any subjective fears of radiography can easily be
dissipated by demonstration of taking of radiographs.
Reduce source of unnecessary anxiety
Motivate the child to do his best to cooperate
Use minimum number of films and in as short a time as possible
The communicating principles of tell, show and do, and modeling are effective
in radiographic appointment
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63. At the first appointment, the interview may be more personal and less
intimidating by giving an invitation “to come in while we take pictures of your
teeth.” The decision to invite parent depends upon the assessment of the
child patient. In the X-ray room, the operation of the chair is demonstrated
by giving the child a ride to an appropriate level for filming. The radiographer
introduces the protective lead apron as blankets and X-ray unit as camera
(Fig. 8.29). It is also helpful to demonstrate the clicking and buzzing sound
associated with an exposure before filming begins
In the next visit, procedures of biting on the film packets may be modeled by
the parent or dental assistant or a child of similar age group
It is sometimes wise to bring the X-ray tube into contact with your own face
to dispel any fears a child may have .
A good idea is to have the X-ray tube set at the needed angulation and placed
next to child’s face prior to insertion of film
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64. Allow the patient to inspect and touch the film packet before it is placed in the mouth
If the child has a tendency to reject the film dampen the film packet. Such dampening takes
away taste of the packet
Do not insert the packet in directly, but place the film in a horizontal plane and then gently
rotate into vertical position
Before inverting the film, curve it slightly so as not to impinge on lingual tissue. The film should
not be forced into the floor of the mouth (Fig. 8.31) ™
To ensure an initial success, the easiest areas are radiographed first like anterior films
For posterior projections, some form of film holding device is recommended ™
The observation of other children getting exposed for radiograph reduces anxiety and increases
cooperation in young patients. Imitation or modeling as it is called is most effective when the
model performs successfully and is reinforced for his behavior
Movements must be minimized and the child should be asked to focus on a wall objects so that
his eyes do not follow the operator when he leaves the room. Once the film is placed, the dentist
slowly counts to 10 and in the meantime the operator completes his cone-positioning moves to
his safe position and exposes the film.
If the patient is very uncooperative, it is also advisable to take the radiographs while the patient
is seated in parent’s lap
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65. Only radiographic investigations appropriate to the limitations imposed by
the patient’s age, cooperation, or disability should be attempted ‰
Select intraoral films of appropriate size, modifying standard techniques as
necessary
Utilize assistants to help hold the film
Avoid dental panoramic radiography because the patient will have to sit still
for 18 seconds
Oblique lateral radiograph should be regarded as the extraoral view of choice ‰
Use of paralleling technique, if possible for periapical radiography because
with this technique the relative positions of film packet, teeth, and X-ray
beam are maintained irrespective of position of patient’s head
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67. Pediatric dental practice is incomplete without the various
radiographic techniques. These techniques are important
adjunctive tools for establishing a defnitive diagnosis.
Radiographic techniques can be intraoral or extraoral
depending on the purpose of the imaging and the patient’s
ability to tolerate the procedure
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