References
Parihar, A., Keluskar, V., Bagewadi, A., & Shetti, A. (2010). Comparing the accuracy in diagnosing periapical lesions by conventional and direct digital radiography. Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and radiolog, 22(4), 185-189. Retreved from: Dentistry and Oral Science Source (EBSCO). 11.29.2013
Summary
Comparing the Accuracy in Diagnosing Periapical Lesions by Conventional and Direct Digital Radiography by Parihar, A., Keluskar, V., Bagewadi, A., & Shetti, A. (2010) was selected for this review. This study was conducted to compare the accuracy of conventional radiography (CR) and direct digital radiography (DDR) in diagnosis of periapical lesions. For many years, traditional radiographs were the only way for dental practitioners to diagnose, view, and follow-up on periapical lesions. In many cases, the postoperative success of healing depends on whether periapical pathology diagnosed or not. The inflammatory respond of the surrounding tissue makes the initial diagnosis of existing periapical pathology quite difficult, and the dental community has been debati...
Jajou, I questioned the maintenance of his career. What I acquired was that dental practices all vary and this question does not have one general answer. Dr. Jajou currently owns his own practice, which means he his in charge of his office and pays his employees making his salary higher than common dentists. Professional organizations and conferences are not important in the overall outlook of dentistry. On the other hand, Dr. Jajou had plenty to say about the technology used in dentists’ offices. Digital dentistry, or the use of dental technologies, involves lasers, digital scanners, and x-ray machines. However, only dental laboratory technicians use this expert machinery. Dentists use drills, mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels on patients. Later, I asked why he is excessively passionate about oral health from seeing how captivated he is to answer my questions. In the same manner he responds describing how oral health is a huge part of overall health because plaque can affect can cause heart problems and other major health issues beyond your
Initially she would perform the exams as learned in school, but now after finding something abnormal, she now does a more thorough check, especially on patients with previous history of cancer. This incident solidified her belief in early detection and proper documentation. By having the information in the patient’s chart Annette could refer back to it and follow up to see if anything has changed since the last visit. Most patients she sees do not have oral cancer but she is able to identify abnormalities and encourage the patient to have them checked to determine if they are precancerous.
Curiosity has always driven me towards successful new experiences, from leaving home to become a first-generation college graduate to researching articles as a member of a radiology team. Now I am thrilled to be applying for a residency program where I can indulge my curiosity and immerse myself into the study of radiology.
A preoperative radiograph provides the dentist with information regarding the RC obturation and its subsequent analysis. The dentist is able to see how far the blockage of the RCT reaches, allows the dentist to identify RCs orifice and to get an idea on how to negotiate the root canals15.
However, on the a recent visit dated 23/12/13 the patient’s gingival condition had deteriorated, presenting with an increased plaque scores of 34% and bleeding scores to 63%. Intra oral examination also showed generalised oedema and erythema throughout in the mouth in response to this increase in plaque bacteria. The presence of supra-gingival calculus on lower anterior teeth and both sites of upper buccal molars and the patients BPE now reads 212 /121, putting the patients caries risk at a ‘High’ status.
For each client I collect several different assessments to help determine a diagnosis and individualized care plans. First, I start with assessing their oral hygiene routine and get a general idea of how important oral hygiene is to the client. After this, I preform an oral cancer screening to make sure all soft tissues appear normal. Next, I preform an assessment of the periodontal tissue color, contour and texture as well as recording a periodontal chart. Once all this information is gathered we take a look at all the information and determine a diagnosis. Then, we set goals and select appropriate interventions
The Faculty of General Dental Practice is responsible for continued professional development of dental clinicians. It is committed to improving standards of patient care within dentistry by providing up to date publications and guidelines for clinicians. The standards and guidelines by the FGDP are evidence based and are recognised as authoritative statements of good practice within the profession (REF). The FGDP have produced standards and evidence-based guidelines detailing the Selection Criteria for Dental Radiography (REF).
This last week I got to spend time in the Radiology Observation Care Unit and learn about experiences that happen within that department. I have had such an adventurous experience in this care unit. There are many different people come in this department such as doctors, registered nurses, radiologic technicians, and of course that patients. It was amazing to see what each individual person in the department had to deal with and the obstacles they had to overcome for the day. In the Radiology Observation Care Unit the clinical staff would take care of patients for a few hours before and after procedures. Before a patient would come in they would get a bed ready with sheets and a pillow to make the patient comfortable. When the patient arrives
Diagnostic radiographs, commonly called X-rays, are machines that use small amounts of radiation to look at bones and tissues of an affected area. X-rays can be done to monitor a problem or locate a cause of pain for an individual. Color variations in the X-ray will show the problem of the damaged area. If there are no bones or tissues, then the x-ray will show black in that area. This is how diagnostic radiographer can pinpoint the issue.
Digital x-rays. If you haven't had dental x-rays for awhile, you are in for a surprise. With digital x-rays, your dental needs are assessed quickly, while you remain calm and comfortable. There no longer are those sharp pieces of film that we used to dread. Digital x-rays will show small areas of decay before they become a problem. Deep cavities, gum disease and even some types of tumors can now be diagnosed and treated early to avoid serious dental health problems.
Therefore the assessment of patient 's health history and radiographs, would be a great tools for the dental hygiene to identify risk factors and compare bone density between previous and actual x-rays, respectively. Based on the information gathered during the patient 's annual dental visit, the hygienist may want to suggest the patient to see a physician who can check for bone mineral density . Overall, the dental hygiene appointment may be a perfect scenario for nutritional counseling about osteoporosis, for those patients that are predisposed to low bone density since many times osteoporosis remains silent for
I have always been interested in science, and dentistry will allow me to continue my scientific training. I am awed by how dentists use their knowledge and critical thinking when interpreting x-rays, diagnosing problems, and proposing suitable treatment plans. While shadowing, I have noticed that what is
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Cosmetic dentistry is a specialized field that deals with improving the aesthetics of teeth and the human face. The teeth are an important part of human beauty. Even minor damage to the teeth, such as breakage or loss can drastically alter the overall appearance of the face. This is where cosmetic dentistry comes in to restore beauty. Cosmetic dentistry has become a highly specialized branch due to various advancements in surgical procedures and diagnostic techniques. Several new materials have also been discovered. These materials are very close to the natural enamel and bone from which teeth are made and are virtually indistinguishable. Cosmetic dentistry is an option in conditions such as teeth loss, gaps between teeth, cracked or chipped teeth, cavities and dental
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2000) Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General .Rockville, MD: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, 2000.