1. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. Chapter 30 Introduction to Image Interpretation

2. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 2 Dental Radiography  Questions  Who may interpret images in the dental office?  What is the difference between interpretation and diagnosis?  When and where are images interpreted?

3. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 3 Dental Radiography  Chapter 30 Reading  Iannucci & Howerton(pp. 369-371)

4. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 4 Dental Radiography  Chapter 30 Outline  Introduction to Image Interpretation  Basic concepts  Guidelines

5. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 5 Introduction  Iannucci & Howerton(p. 369)  To present the basic concepts of image interpretation and to review interpretation guidelines

6. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 6 Basic Concepts  Iannucci & Howerton(p. 369)  Interpretation Terminology  Importance of Interpretation

7. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 7 Interpretation Terminology  Interpret  To offer an explanation  Interpretation  An explanation  Image interpretation  An explanation of what is viewed on a dental image; the ability to read what is revealed by a dental image

8. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 8 Interpretation Terminology  Diagnosis  Diagnosis is the identification of a disease by examination or analysis. In the dental setting, the dentist is responsible for establishing a diagnosis. Other members of the dental team are restricted by law from rendering a diagnosis.

9. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 9 Importance of Interpretation  Much information about the teeth and supporting bone is obtained from image interpretation.

10. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 10 Guidelines  Iannucci & Howerton(p. 370)  Who Interprets Images?  Interpretation versus Diagnosis  When and Where Are Images Interpreted?  Interpretation and Patient Education

11. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 11 Who Interprets Images?  Any dental professional with training in interpretation can examine films.  This will involve identification of  Normal anatomy  Dental caries  Periodontal disease  Traumatic injuries and periapical lesions

12. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 12 Interpretation versus Diagnosis  Iannucci & Howerton (p. 370)  Interpretation  An explanation of what is viewed on an image  Diagnosis  The identification of disease by examination or analysis  The final interpretation and diagnosis are the responsibilities of the dentist. Dental hygienists and dental assistants are restricted by law from rendering a diagnosis.

13. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 13 When and Where Are Images Interpreted?  It is best to have images taken at the beginng of the appointment and interpreted immediately after mounting in the presence of the patient.  Suspicious or questionable areas can be examined by the dentist or dental hygienist to obtain additional information or confirm a suspected problem.

14. Copyright © 2012, 2006, 2000, 1996 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 14 Interpretation and Patient Education  Images may be an educational tool in the dental setting.  The patient may be educated through discussion of normal findings on dental images.  Specific problems and areas of concern may be identified.