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Radiology for Dental
Auxiliaries
Features
Applies basic principles
of dental maxillofacial imaging to clinical practice.
Describes
techniques with thorough, step-by-step procedures and
illustrations.
Discusses and illustrates common errors in
radiography technique and thoroughly explores remedies to prevent
mistakes.
Contains comprehensive coverage of emerging digital
imaging techniques.
Features an available illustrated Study Guide
which corresponds chapter by chapter to the textbook and stresses
the essential information through definitions, short essays,
matching questions, illustrations, completion, and multiple choice
questions.
Includes three all new chapters with the latest
information on Image Receptors, Digital Imaging, and Newer Imaging
Systems featuring CT scans and MRI.
Provides much expanded
coverage of radiographic interpretation and diagnosis.
Contains
85 new illustrations.
Incorporates a new, two-color format which
enhances key concepts and helps illustrate important
skills.
Includes Key Words, Learning Objectives, and Chapter
Outlines in every chapter!
Features an available Instructor's
Manual with Test Bank which includes 381 questions (discussion,
fill-in-the-blank, and multiple choice), chapter objectives,
outlines, and helpful teaching tips and strategies from the
author.
Contents
Ionizing radiation and basic
principles of X-ray generation; Image formation; Image receptors;
Biologic effects of radiation; Radiation protection; Film
processing--the darkroom; Infection control; Intraoral technique:
the paralleling method; Accessory radiographic techniques: bisecting
technique, occlusal projections; Panoramic radiography; Extraoral
radiographic techniques; Digital radiography; Newer imaging systems;
Patient management and special problems; Film mounting and
radiographic anatomy; Radiographic interpretation: caries and
periodontal disease; Pulpal and periapical lesions; Developmental
disturbances of teeth and bone; Bone and other lesions; Legal
considerations;
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
Radiology for Dental Auxiliaries presents the basic
principles of clinical radiology for students in dental hygiene and dental
assisting programs. This well-established, comprehensive textbook also provides
a good review for the interpretation of radiographs and trouble-shooting errors
for practicing hygienists and assistants. Topics include: basic x-ray
generation, image formation, film mounting, biologic effects of radiation,
lesions, infection control, film processing and interpretation, intraoral and
extraoral techniques, panoramic radiography, patient management, and legal
considerations.
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