Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to dental radiography, including terms associated with equipment, types of x-rays, and associated concepts.

Dental X-ray Equipment

Machines and instruments used to produce and process dental x-rays.

Intraoral X-ray

X-ray films taken inside the mouth.

Extraoral X-ray

X-ray films taken outside of the mouth.

Receptor Holder

A device used to securely hold and align intraoral dental x-ray receptors.

Beam Alignment Device

An instrument that helps position the position-indicating device (PID) in relation to the tooth and receptor.

Collimating Device

A device used to restrict the size of the x-ray beam, limiting radiation exposure.

Panoramic Imaging

An extraoral imaging technique that captures the entire mouth in a single image.

Regulation of Dental X-ray Machines

Federal, state, and local governments have guidelines for manufacturing and usage standards.

Component Parts of X-ray Machine

Includes tubehead, extension arm, and control panel.

Disposable Styrofoam Bite Block

A type of receptor holder that is used for single patient use.

XCP/BAI Instruments

Common beam alignment devices used with traditional film or digital sensors.