Dental radiography : principles and techniques /

Iannucci, Joen M.

Dental radiography : principles and techniques / Joen M Iannucci; Laura Jansen Howerton - Fifth edition - xiv, 463 pages : illustrations

Includes index

PART I. Radiation Basics --
Radiation History --
Radiation Physics --
Radiation Characteristics --
Radiation Biology --
Radiation Protection --
PART II. Equipment, Film, and Processing Basics --
Dental X-Ray Equipment --
Dental X-Ray Film --
Dental X-Ray Image Characteristics --
Dental X-Ray Film Processing --
Quality Assurance in the Dental Office --
PART III. Dental Radiographer Basics --
Dental Radiographs and the Dental Radiographer --
Patient Relations and the Dental Radiographer --
Patient Education and the Dental Radiographer --
Legal Issues and the Dental Radiographer --
Infection Control and the Dental Radiographer --
PART IV. Technique Basics --
Introduction to Dental Imaging Examinations --
Paralleling Technique --
Bisecting Technique --
Bite-Wing Technique --
Exposure and Technique Errors --
Occlusal and Localization Techniques --
Panoramic Imaging --
Extraoral Imaging --
Imaging of Patients with Special Needs --
PART V. Digital Imaging Basics --
Digital Imaging --
Three-Dimensional Digital Imaging --
PART VI. Normal Anatomy and Film Mounting Basics --
Normal Anatomy: Intraoral Images --
Film Mounting and Viewing --
Normal Anatomy: Panoramic Images --
PART VII. Image Interpretation Basics --
Introduction to Image Interpretation --
Descriptive Terminology --
Identification of Restorations, Dental Materials, and Foreign Objects --
Interpretation of Dental Caries --
Interpretation of Periodontal Disease --
Interpretation of Trauma, Pulpal Lesions, and Periapical Lesions

Set yourself up for success with this must-have oral radiography text. Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques gives you a comprehensive foundation for the safe, effective use of radiation in the modern dental office. This combination textbook and training manual features easy-to-understand content combined with step-by-step techniques and a stellar art program to help you apply what you've learned to practice. Plus, new content focuses on pediatrics and the latest in digital and three-dimensional technology!--Publisher websit

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