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Introduction

Variables of Intraoral Imaging

The Path of Radiation

The Digital Sensor

The Intraoral Examination

Horizontal Angulation:  What is it?  How do I find it?

Horizontal Angulation:  I am using a rod and ring aiming system. How do I know if I can follow the aiming ring?

Horizontal Angulation:  How do I know that the distal canine crown will appear on the premolar periapical image?

Vertical Angulation:  How do I know if I can follow the aiming ring?

Vertical Angulation: Why are the mandibular anterior teeth always foreshortened on periapical images?

Vertical Angulation:  Why are the incisal edges/cusp tips not captured on the anterior & posterior periapical images?

The Basics of Intraoral Imaging:  Horizontal and Vertical Angulation

Problem #1:  Small mouth/limited opening

Problem #2:  Difficulty Positioning Sensor for Mandibular Molar Periapical

Problem #3:  Fail to Capture Distal of Canine on Premolar Bitewing Image

Problem #4:  Bitewing Images Not Ideal  

Problem #5: Comparison of periapical images versus bitewing images

Problem #6: Not Imaging the Entire Tooth

Problem #7:  Images for Implant Procedures

Problem #8:  Difficulty Capturing 2nd and 3rd Molars on Periapical Images

Problem #9:  Capturing the Mesial and Distal of a Canine

Problem #10: Capturing the Apex during an Endodontic Procedure

Common Problems & Solutions

Summary

References

Intraoral Imaging Techniques: Beyond the Textbook

Learn about the References used in Intraoral Imaging Techniques: Beyond the Textbook. This continuing eduction course is an overview of the basics of intraoral imaging, but most importantly will go beyond those basics by highlighting common difficulties with sensors and providing solutions to help the dental professional produce high-quality diagnostic images.

References | Intraoral Imaging Techniques: Beyond the Textbook | dentalcare.com

References | Intraoral Imaging Techniques: Beyond the Textbook | Continuing Education Course on dentalcare.com