Principles for Proper Radiographic Examination

The foundation of an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan is based on a comprehensive medical and dental history, a thorough clinical examination, and diagnostic radiographs.  Of the three, obtaining diagnostic radiographs in the pediatric dental patient is probably the most difficult to accomplish, not only from a technical standpoint but because of parental fears and misconceptions.

Communicating with Parents

The foundation of an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan is based on a comprehensive medical and dental history, a thorough clinical examination, and diagnostic radiographs.  Of the three, obtaining diagnostic radiographs in the pediatric dental patient is probably the most difficult to accomplish from a technical standpoint and because of parental fears and misconceptions.

With the news media reporting on a daily basis the environmental insults experienced by the human body, parents may be preoccupied with the effects of diagnostic and treatment procedures on their child's health.  Reducing the possible deleterious effects of preventive and restorative materials, sterilization protocols, and diagnostic techniques should be a concern of parents and dentists.

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