For new patients being evaluated for oral diseases, the recommendations for radiographic imaging are organized by age and the type of dentition. The radiographic examination, if indicated, should be individualized for each patient taking into consideration the previously discussed parameters and the patient’s clinical presentation. Table 2 outlines the recommendations at a glance. Subsequent discussion of each category follows the table.
New Patient Recommendations | ||||
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Child with Primary Dentition | Child with Mixed Dentition | Adolescent with Permanent Dentition | Adult Dentate Partially Dentate | Adult Edentulous |
Individualized exam: selected periapicals or occlusals if indicated Bitewings if contacts are closed |
Individualized exam: bitewings & panoramic Or bitewings & selected periapicals |
Individualized exam: bitewings & panoramic Or bitewings & selected periapicals Full mouth survey if indicated |
Individualized exam: bitewings & panoramic Or bitewings & selected periapicals Full mouth survey if indicated |
Individualized exam based on clinical signs & symptoms |
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