Oral Diagnosis in Dentistry
Oral diagnosis in dentistry is the field that establishes the diagnosis of oral, dental, and mucosal diseases using auxiliary examination methods, prepares the most appropriate treatment plan for the healing of these tissues, and directs patients to the specialty fields where their treatments will be carried out. Dentistry examines diseases, anomalies, and developmental defects of the mouth, teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues, and investigates diagnostic and treatment criteria. A good oral diagnosis is performed through extraoral examination, intraoral examination, and radiological examination. Our clinic offers the opportunity for radiological examination with devices such as panoramic and 3D tomography, RVG, and phosphor plates.
Types of Radiographs Taken in Our Clinic
Digital Panoramic Radiography
Panoramic radiographs are an imaging technique that captures all existing teeth in the mouth, impacted teeth, the bone tissue surrounding the teeth, and the entire jawbone. Images taken from the radiograph can be instantly viewed on a computer screen. The advantage is that images can be stored in the computer system of the patient’s file or shared via the internet when necessary.
Digital Radiographs
Images taken from the radiograph can be instantly viewed on a computer. Similarly, the patient’s information can be shared in the patient’s file or via the internet. After detailed examination of panoramic radiographs taken with the periapical and panoramic X-ray device obtained with RVG, they are evaluated with intraoral findings.
Computed Tomography (CT)
Computed tomography is a three-dimensional imaging technique used when traditional intraoral and extraoral imaging techniques are insufficient, such as in cases where large cysts, tumors, or a large number of implant applications are planned. Unlike other two-dimensional techniques, this method allows cross-sectional images to be taken from the oral region, thus allowing examination of the relationships of teeth or pathological formations with surrounding tissues in three planes. Especially in cases where a large number of implants will be applied, the horizontal thickness of the bone, the positions of the sinus cavities, and the paths followed by blood vessels and nerves can be precisely determined. Another advantage of the method is that, using the rapid prototyping method in combination, working models or guide plates for the desired areas can be prepared before surgical procedures. All our radiography devices are licensed by the Turkish Atomic Energy Authority (TAEK) and undergo routine inspections.
Can Radiographs be Taken During Pregnancy?
Although the amount of radiation emitted by imaging devices used in dentistry is very low and does not pose a threat to human health, panoramic radiographs are not taken from pregnant women or those suspected of pregnancy except for urgent medical indications and doctor’s request. However, if it is absolutely necessary, it can be taken. Pregnant women must wear a lead apron when entering the radiography clinic.
