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Contact radiography: improving image quality

Radiography is an indispensable test in the diagnosis of many diseases. It allows you to obtain images of internal organs and tissues using x-rays. However, the resulting image quality may be poor due to various factors such as poor lighting, improper exposure, or the presence of metal prostheses. Contact radiography is used to improve image quality.

Contact radiography (also called intrabuccal radiography) is a technique that provides clearer images of teeth and surrounding tissue. It consists in the fact that an X-ray film wrapped in a thin layer of light-proof material (for example, thick paper) is applied to the surface of the body (for example, to the mucous membrane of the gums during an X-ray examination of a tooth). This puts the film in contact with the tissue, which improves image quality.

Contact radiography is often used in dentistry to diagnose diseases of the teeth and maxillofacial areas. It allows you to detect caries, inflammatory processes, tumors and other pathologies. In addition, contact radiography can be used to monitor dental treatment and assess the condition of the gums.

One of the advantages of contact radiography is its relative simplicity and accessibility. The study does not require expensive equipment or special skills. In addition, contact radiography is safe for the patient, since the radiation dose is minimal.

In conclusion, contact radiography is an effective and affordable method for obtaining high-quality images of teeth and surrounding tissues. Its use can improve the accuracy of diagnosis and control of dental treatment, as well as improve the quality of dental services in general.

Contact radiography

Contact radiography is an x-ray method in which, in order to increase image clarity, the film and the device are fixed to the surface or on the patient’s body, creating contact between the film and the bone. This method is used to determine the depth of the disease in the body, such as in the teeth. Using this method, it is possible to identify the slightest damage and pathologies, which allows for accurate and effective treatment.