Dental Radiographs
Answer each question in a minimum of 50 words. 1. Some patients argue that they prefer not to have x-rays because of the radiation exposure. List activities that submit patients to radiation on a daily basis? 2. Assess the below radiographs and answers the questions Critical Thinking Questions Answer each question in a minimum of 50 words. 1. When determining a patient’s periodontal condition, how helpful is periodontal charting without radiographs? 2. Explain how radiographic evidence can make or break a legal case. 3. What constitutes an excellent set of radiographs? Assignment 1. In 100 words or less, explain why it would be important to have radiographs on a view box during periodontal débridement. 2. Research digital radiography and compare the amount of radiation exposure to patients. How can you use this information when discussing radiation exposure with a reluctant patient? Visit the following websites and read about digital radiography in two specialties before formulating your response ( 2 paragraphs).
