Question 1

Correct horizontal angulation is determined by positioning the image receptor parallel to the embrasure of two predetermined teeth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The paralleling technique does not meet the shadow-casting principle that requires placement of the image receptor close to the teeth of interest.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

In the paralleling technique, the distance between the tooth and the image receptor is usually closer than ideal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

To compensate for the increased object-image receptor distance needed to achieve parallelism:

Accepted Answer

A)  the target-image receptor distance should be decreased. 
B)  the target-image receptor distance should also be increased. 
C)  the object-image receptor distance should also be increased. 
D)  the object-image receptor distance should be decreased. 
A)  the target-image receptor distance should be decreased. 
B)  the target-image receptor distance should also be increased. 
C)  the object-image receptor distance should also be increased. 
D)  the object-image receptor distance should be decreased.

Question 5

What are three image receptor holders designed for use with the paralleling technique?

Accepted Answer

XCP (which stands for Extension Cone Par

Question 6

An advantage of the paralleling technique is that it produces accurate radiographic images with a minimal amount of superimposition of adjacent structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

How is correct horizontal angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

Accepted Answer

When using the paralleling technique, th

Question 8

Which teeth should be imaged on an adult molar periapical radiograph?

Accepted Answer

A)  Distal half of canine, first premolar, second premolar, and first molar 
B)  Distal half of first premolar, second premolar, first molar, and second molar 
C)  Distal half of second premolar, first molar, second molar, and third molar 
D)  Distal half of first molar, second molar, and third molar 
A)  Distal half of canine, first premolar, second premolar, and first molar 
B)  Distal half of first premolar, second premolar, first molar, and second molar 
C)  Distal half of second premolar, first molar, second molar, and third molar 
D)  Distal half of first molar, second molar, and third molar

Question 9

The patient must bite down on the bite block as far away from the teeth as possible, using the full extent of the bite block to maintain a parallel relationship between the image receptor and the teeth in all regions of the oral cavity EXCEPT the:

Accepted Answer

A)  maxillary incisors and canines. 
B)  mandibular incisors and canines. 
C)  maxillary premolars and the maxillary molars. 
D)  mandibular premolars and the mandibular molars. 
A)  maxillary incisors and canines. 
B)  mandibular incisors and canines. 
C)  maxillary premolars and the maxillary molars. 
D)  mandibular premolars and the mandibular molars.

Question 10

How is correct vertical angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

Accepted Answer

When using the paralleling technique, th

Correct horizontal angulation is determined by positioning the image receptor parallel to the embrasure of two predetermined teeth.

The paralleling technique does not meet the shadow-casting principle that requires placement of the image receptor close to the teeth of interest.

In the paralleling technique, the distance between the tooth and the image receptor is usually closer than ideal.

To compensate for the increased object-image receptor distance needed to achieve parallelism:

What are three image receptor holders designed for use with the paralleling technique?

An advantage of the paralleling technique is that it produces accurate radiographic images with a minimal amount of superimposition of adjacent structures.

How is correct horizontal angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

Which teeth should be imaged on an adult molar periapical radiograph?

The patient must bite down on the bite block as far away from the teeth as possible, using the full extent of the bite block to maintain a parallel relationship between the image receptor and the teeth in all regions of the oral cavity EXCEPT the:

How is correct vertical angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

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Exam 14: The Periapical Examinationbisecting Technique

Correct horizontal angulation is determined by positioning the image receptor parallel to the embrasure of two predetermined teeth.

The paralleling technique does not meet the shadow-casting principle that requires placement of the image receptor close to the teeth of interest.

In the paralleling technique, the distance between the tooth and the image receptor is usually closer than ideal.

To compensate for the increased object-image receptor distance needed to achieve parallelism:

What are three image receptor holders designed for use with the paralleling technique?

An advantage of the paralleling technique is that it produces accurate radiographic images with a minimal amount of superimposition of adjacent structures.

How is correct horizontal angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

Which teeth should be imaged on an adult molar periapical radiograph?

The patient must bite down on the bite block as far away from the teeth as possible, using the full extent of the bite block to maintain a parallel relationship between the image receptor and the teeth in all regions of the oral cavity EXCEPT the:

How is correct vertical angulation achieved when using the paralleling technique?

Dental Radiography: Historical Perspective and Future Trends

Characteristics and Measurement of Radiation

The Dental X-Ray Machine: Components and Function

Factors Affecting Radiographic Quality

Effects of Radiation Exposure

Radiation Protection

Dental X-Ray Film and Processing Methods

Digital Radiography and Image Acquisition

Infection Control

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Patient Relations and Education

Introduction to Radiographic Examinations

The Periapical Examinationparalleling Technique

The Bitewing Examination

The Occlusal Examination

The Panoramic Examination

Identifying and Correcting Undiagnostic Radiographs

Quality Control and Environmental Safety in Dental Radiography

Image Orientation and Introduction to Interpretation

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Intraoral Radiographs

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Panoramic Radiographs

Radiographic Appearance of Dental Materials and Foreign Objects

The Use of Radiographs in the Detection of Dental Caries

The Use of Radiographs in the Evaluation of Periodontal Diseases

Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

Pediatric Radiographic Techniques

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

Radiographic Techniques

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