Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists 10th Edition PDF [direct pdf link] 2024

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The Tenth Edition of Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists retains core fundamentals presented in earlier editions that focus on an in-depth study of key principles, while expanding and incorporating new concepts that reflect the body of knowledge and evidence-based practice advances that influence the prescription, delivery, and evaluation of radiographic examinations.

Key Features of Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists 10th Edition:

• Comprehensive coverage of the theoretical principles and practical skills needed to perform radiographic exams competently and safely
  This clear, up-to-date, reader-friendly text tightly links oral radiology principles with modern practice.
• It presents all of the necessary information for introductory courses in dental radiography, prepares students for board and licensing examinations, and offers real-world resources for clinical practice and patient management.
• The book’s nine sections take readers from radiation basics and the fundamentals of dental radiographic techniques, to management of special needs and an introduction to alternate imaging modalities.

Table of Contents:

PART I: RADIATION BASICS

• 1. Dental Radiography: Historical Perspective and Future Trends
• 2. Characteristics and Measurement of Radiation
• 3. The Dental X-ray Machine: Components and Function
• 4. Factors Affecting Radiographic Quality

PART II: RADIATION BIOLOGY AND II RADIATION SAFETY

• 5. Effects of Radiation Exposure
• 6. Radiation Protection

PART III: DENTAL X-RAY IMAGE RECEPTORS AND IMAGE PRODUCTION

• 7. Dental X-ray Film and Processing Methods
• 8. Digital Radiography and Image Acquisition
• PART IV: DENTAL RADIOGRAPHER FUNDAMENTALS
• 9. Infection Control
• 10. Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
• 11. Patient Relations and Education

PART V: DENTAL RADIOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES

• 12. Introduction to Radiographic Examinations
• 13. The Periapical Examination—Paralleling (Technique
• 14. The Periapical Examination—Bisecting Technique
• 15. The Bitewing Examination
• 16. The Occlusal Examination
• 17. The Panoramic Examination

PART VI: RADIOGRAPHIC ERRORS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

• 18. Identifying and Correcting Undiagnostic Radiographs
• 19. Quality Control and Environmental Safety in Dental Radiography

PART VII: VIEWING AND INTERPRETING DENTAL RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGES

• 20. Image Orientation and Introduction to Interpretation
• 21. Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy— Intraoral Radiographs
• 22. Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy— Panoramic Radiographs
• 23. Radiographic Appearance of Dental Materials and Foreign Objects
• 24. The Use of Radiographs in the Detection of Dental Caries
• 25. The Use of Radiographs in the Evaluation of Periodontal Diseases
• 26. Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

PART VIII: RADIOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS

• 27. Pediatric Radiographic Techniques
• 28. Radiographic Techniques for Patients with Special Needs
• 29. Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

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