CH 12 Dental images and the Dental Radiographer

Rad Term

Localization of foreign objects is the most important use of dental radiographs

False

When images are properly prescribed, the benefit of disease detection does not outweigh the risk of small doses of x-radiation

False

Through the use of dental images, the dental professional can detect diseases, lesions, and conditions of the jaws that cannot be identified clinically

True

A dental image contains less information than a written record

False

Missing, extra, and impacted teeth can be identified on a dental radiograph.

True

The dental radiographer is any person who positions, exposes and processes dental x-ray imaging receptors

True

The dental radiographer may be assigned to monitor and implement quality control procedures

True

The dental radiographer is assigned only to position and expose dental x-ray imaging

False

Patient and operator protection must be primary concerns of the dental radiographer.

True

Operator competence is maintained by repeatedly performing dental imaging duties

False

Why are dental radiographs so important in terms of diagnostic purposes?

They enable the dental professional to identify many conditions that may have otherwise gone undetected.

What is the PRIMARY use of dental radiographs?

detection of diseases, lesions, and conditions of the teeth and bones.