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Imaging Vocab
Extraoral Imaging Vocab for Dental
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cephalostat | Special device that allows the operator to easily position both film and patient. |
| Computed Tomography | Radiographic technique that produces images or "slices" of one layer or section of the specific areas. |
| Cone Beam Computed Tomography | A three dimensional digital imaging method that uses a cone-shaped beam of radiation that rotates around the patient. |
| Digital Panoramic Units | A film less method of recording a Panoramic image and displaying it by using an electronic sensor and a computer to process and store the image. |
| Exposure Controls | Feature that allows the operator to adjust the milliamperage and kilovoltage settings. |
| Extraoral Images | Images taken when large areas of the skull or jaw must be examined. |
| Extraoral Imaging | An image of the teeth and bones made by placing the film or cassette against the face of the head and projecting the x-rays from the opposite side. |
| Field of View | The area that can be shown when performing imaging procedures. |
| Focal Trough | Imaginary three-dimensional horseshoe-shaped zone used to focuses panoramic radiographs. |
| Frankfort Plane | Imaginary plane that passes through the top of the ear canal and the bottom of the eye socket. |
| Midsagittal Plane | Imaginary line that divides the patient's face into right and left sides. |
| Temporomandibular | Joint on each side of the head that allows movement of the mandible. |
| Three-dimensional Digital Imaging | An image that demonstrates the anatomy in three dimensions. |