DANB 121 Questions And Answers
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Apical pathology
Pathological conditions affecting the apex of a tooth.
caries
radiolucent
dental anomalies
deviation from the normal in form, function, or position. Dental anomalies can be congenital or acquired defects of the teeth.
dental implants
fixed prosthesis, attached to bone, used to replace missing teeth
Edentulous arches
Mean no teeth are in the mouth.
periodontal conditions
Diseases affecting the supporting structures of teeth.
TMJ on xray
formed at the back of the mouth where the maxillary and mandibular arches come together
Purpose of periapical radiographs
used to examine the entire tooth (crown and root) and supporting bone
Purpose of Bitewing Radiographs
used to examine the crowns of both maxillary and Mandibular teeth on one film. Also used for examining interproximal decay
Full Mouth Series (FMX)
-The complete radiographic examination of the arches in which all teeth are imaged at least once, usually consists of 14 to 22 periapical and bitewing radiographs.
-allows a comprehensive look at every tooth, and is especially useful if there are multiple teeth with problems to diagnose.
-allows a comprehensive look at every tooth, and is especially useful if there are multiple teeth with problems to diagnose.