Radiology for the Dental Professional
A complete guide to radiology principles and techniques, Radiology for the Dental Professional, 9th Edition helps you develop imaging skills through practical application. Detailed step-by-step procedures demonstrate proper techniques; photos and illustrations improve comprehension and readability. Written by Herbert H. Frommer, DDS, and Jeanine J. Stabulas, RDH, BS, MPH, this book will help you interpret radiographs, and troubleshoot and prevent common errors. For students, it's an ideal...
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This comprehensive, well-established textbook presents the basic principles of clinical radiology. It's designed not only for students in dental hygiene and dental assisting programs, but for practicing hygienists and assistants who'd like a review for interpreting radiographs and troubleshooting errors. Describing techniques with step-by-step procedures and illustrations, the topics include: basic x-ray generation, image formation, film mounting, biologic effects of radiation, lesions, infection control, film processing and interpretation, intraoral and extraoral techniques, panoramic radiography, patient management, and legal considerations.• Logical organization of topics presents the material in an efficient way for better comprehension and enhanced readability. • "Step-by-step" procedure boxes clearly illustrate the proper techniques for performing routine and complex radiographic procedures. • Boxes highlight common errors encountered when dealing with radiographic technique and provide remedies for resolving the problem. • Each chapter includes a content outline, educational objectives, and key terms. • A comprehensive glossary is located at the back of the book for quick reference. • The inclusion of tables, boxes, line art, and illustrations are important tools for student learning. • A two-color design makes the images more instructive, interesting, and appealing.• Four new chapters are added: The dental x-ray machine, Quality assurance, Principles of interpretation, and The temporomandibular joint. • The chapter on radiation protection is expanded to two separate chapters: Radiation protection for the patient and Radiation protection for the operator. • The chapters on digital imaging and newer imaging systems are completely revised to include new cutting-edge imaging modalities such as computed tomography. • Chapters are now designed to accommodate one-hour lectures. • New clinical photos, added color, and improved line drawings. • Evolve website offers valuable instructor materials, such as a test bank of 350 questions (discussion, fill-in-the-blank, and multiple-choice), educational objectives, chapter outlines, and helpful teaching tips and strategies. Doody Review Services Reviewer:Christopher Smith, DDS(University of Chicago Medical Center)Description:This is the eighth edition of a book covering all aspects of dental radiology, beginning with basic principles and continuing with clinical applications. The chapters have been reorganized and the text and number of illustrations have been increased. This edition is in paperback, making it convenient for easy use in the clinic or elsewhere. The seventh edition was published in 2001.Purpose:This book presents the principles of radiology and their clinical application in dentistry. Each of the 26 chapters is specific to one aspect. The book is essential for any clinician (dentist, dental hygienist, or dental assistant) who is involved with taking and interpreting a dental radiograph.Audience:The first edition was published in 1974 and was intended for use in the training of dental assistants and dental hygienists. Through the years and subsequent editions, the book has been accepted and used by dental students and practitioners as well. It is now considered one of the principle textbooks on dental radiology. Both authors are well regarded in their fields and have long been actively involved in dental education. Features:All aspects of dental radiology are presented with ample illustrations, both clinical photos and diagrams. Each chapter is concise yet thorough, beginning with a chapter outline, a list of educational objectives, and a list of key words pertinent to the theme of the chapter.Assessment:Even though the title of this book has been changed, it represents the eighth edition of a textbook on dental radiology. Popular demand within the profession keeps it in print and technical advances in the field require periodic revisions. With this edition a second author has been added, one with a dental hygiene background, which further enhances the book's appeal and relevance. This book can easily serve as the primary textbook on the subject, as well as a convenient reference.
1 Ionizing Radiation and Basic Principles of X-Ray Generation 12 The Dental X-Ray Machine 213 Image Formation 374 Image Receptors 535 Biologic Effects of Radiation 676 Patient Protection 877 Operator Protection 1058 Film Processing: The Darkroom 1139 Infection Control in Dental Practice 14910 Intraoral Technique: The Paralleling Method 16511 Accessory Radiographic Techniques: Bisecting Technique and Occlusal Projections 21112 Panoramic Radiography 23313 Extraoral Techniques 26314 Radiography of the Temporomandibular Joint 27715 Digital Imaging 28716 Advanced Imaging Systems 30917 Quality Assurance 32318 Patient Management and Special Problems 33119 Film Mounting and Radiographic Anatomy 35920 Principles of Radiographic Interpretation 39321 Caries and Periodontal Disease 40122 Pulpal and Periapical Lesions 42123 Developmental Disturbances of Teeth and Bone 43524 Bone and Other lesions 45725 Legal Considerations 469Appendix 477Glossary 491Index 513
\ Reviewer: Christopher Smith, DDS(University of Chicago Medical Center)\ Description: This is the eighth edition of a book covering all aspects of dental radiology, beginning with basic principles and continuing with clinical applications. The chapters have been reorganized and the text and number of illustrations have been increased. This edition is in paperback, making it convenient for easy use in the clinic or elsewhere. The seventh edition was published in 2001.\ Purpose: This book presents the principles of radiology and their clinical application in dentistry. Each of the 26 chapters is specific to one aspect. The book is essential for any clinician (dentist, dental hygienist, or dental assistant) who is involved with taking and interpreting a dental radiograph.\ Audience: The first edition was published in 1974 and was intended for use in the training of dental assistants and dental hygienists. Through the years and subsequent editions, the book has been accepted and used by dental students and practitioners as well. It is now considered one of the principle textbooks on dental radiology. Both authors are well regarded in their fields and have long been actively involved in dental education. \ Features: All aspects of dental radiology are presented with ample illustrations, both clinical photos and diagrams. Each chapter is concise yet thorough, beginning with a chapter outline, a list of educational objectives, and a list of key words pertinent to the theme of the chapter.\ Assessment: Even though the title of this book has been changed, it represents the eighth edition of a textbook on dental radiology. Popular demand within the profession keeps it in print and technical advances in the field require periodic revisions. With this edition a second author has been added, one with a dental hygiene background, which further enhances the book's appeal and relevance. This book can easily serve as the primary textbook on the subject, as well as a convenient reference.\ \
