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RADIOGRAPHY AND RADIOLOGY FOR DENTAL NURSES
Radiography and Radiology for Dental NursesTo order this title, and for more information, click here

By
Eric Whaites, MSc, BDS(Hons), DSRCS(Edin), FDSRCS(Eng), FRCR, DDRRCR, Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Dental Radiology, Head of the Department of Dental Radiological Imaging, King's College London Dental Institute at Guy's, King's College and St Thomas' Hospitals, London, UK

Description
This textbook on dental radiography and radiology is essential for dental nurses or dental assistants, particularly for candidates preparing for exams. It contains key information for dental nurses, including basic principles, practical details of radiography, and an introduction to radiological interpretation. Key topics include: dose units and dosimetry, radiation protection, infection control, and digital radiography.

Contents
PART 1 INTRODUCTION.
The radiographic image.
PART 2 RADIATION PHYSICS AND EQUIPMENT.
The production, properties and interactions of X-rays.
Dose units and dosimetry.
The biological effects and risks associated with X-rays.
X-ray equipment, films and processing.
Part 3 RADIATION PROTECTION.
Radiation protection.
Part 4 RADIOGRAPHY.
Dental radiography - general patient considerations including control of infection.
Periapical radiography.
Bitewing radiography.
Occlusal radiography.
Oblique lateral radiography.
Cephalometric radiography.
Dental panoramic tomography.
Radiographic assessment and localization of unerupted maxillary canines.
Factors affecting the radiographic image, film faults and quality assurance.
Digital radiography.
Part 5 RADIOLOGY.
Introduction to radiological interpretation.
Dental caries and the assessment of restorations.
The periapical tissues.
The periodontal tissues and periodontal disease. Implant assessment.
Atlas of diseases and abnormalities affecting the jaws.
Bibliography and suggested reading.

Bibliographic details
Paperback, 252 pages, publication date: APR-2005
ISBN-13: 978-0-443-10213-4
ISBN-10: 0-443-10213-9
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE


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