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Chapter 28

Terms in this set (13)

Radiographs are placed in the film holder in what order?
Anatomic
What is film mounting?
The placement of radiographs in a supporting structure or holder
What are film mounts made of?
Cardboard, plastic, or vinyl
Which film mount is preferred and why?
The opaque because it masks the light around each radiograph
When extraneous light is eliminated it's easier to:
Detect subtle changes in density and contrast
When all windows of the film mount of not filled with radiographs it's recommended to:
Place black opaque paper in unused frames
The size of the film mount should correspond to the size of the:
Viewbox
Who is qualified to mount dental radiograph?
Dentist, dental hygienist, and dental assistant
When should you mount films?
Immediately after processing
What can be used to label film mounts?
Special marking pencil
It is critical that radiographs be labeled with:
Patients name and date of exposure
Mounting bite-wing radiographs with curve of spee in what direction?
Directed upward toward distal
How many roots do most maxillary molars have?
3
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