introduction: various systems for intraoral digital radiography have been available as an alternative to film–based radiography. in consideration of several advantages of digital radiography such as less patient absorbed dose, manipulation of im age quality and elimination of processing, it has been extensively used in different fields of denti stry in recent years. the purpose of this study wa...

statement of the problem nowadays in many of the dental radiography centers in iran, three types of intraoral films are being used. there is a controversy about the best film regarding to sensitivity properties. purpose in this study, we aimed to compare sensitivity characteristics and detail recording of intraoral films. material and methods in this experimental study, three types of intraoral...

abstract background: the radiographic image accuracy depends on the x-ray film information visibility. good visibility is found by good contrast. radiation exposure parameters (kvp, mas) and film processing conditions have impact on contrast. in dentistry radiography machines, exposure time and processing procedure are set by radiographer. no optimized exposure time and processing conditions ma...

introduction: inappropriate condensation of gutta-percha or improper use of sealer can lead to voids in root canal filling material and consequent failure of the treatment. timely detection of voids within root canal filling may prevent complications. in this study, we compared the accuracy of digital and conventional radiograph for detecting voids within root canal fillings . materials & metho...

OBJECTIVE To gather information about the radiographic facilities and techniques used by Lithuanian general dentists. MATERIALS AND METHODS Questionnaires were sent to all 2879 Lithuanian dental practitioners registered on the Lithuanian Dental Chamber licence registry data list. The questionnaire was made with multiple-choice answers. Respondents were invited to choose the only one category ...

  Objective: Different educational tools are now commonly used in universities worldwide such as illustrations, audio and videotapes, etc. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of educational film and clinical demonstration for instruction of Fiber-Reinforced Composite (FRC) post restorations to dental students in Department of Restorative Dentistry.   Methods: This interventional study was ...

objective: different educational tools are now commonly used in universities worldwide such as illustrations, audio and videotapes, etc. this study aimed to compare the efficacy of educational film and clinical demonstration for instruction of fiber-reinforced composite (frc) post restorations to dental students in department of restorative dentistry.   methods: this interventional study was co...

It is not known whether the integration of photo-stimulable phosphor (PSP) plates into dental and dental hygiene curricula creates unique learning challenges for students. The purpose of this two-year study was to determine if dental hygiene students had more and/or different types of errors when using PSP plates compared to film and whether the PSP imaging plates had any particular characteris...

objective: oral hygiene must start at a young age. childhood is the perfect time to start the conversion of knowledge into creative thinking and subsequent health care activity. this study aimed to assess the efficacy of oral hygiene instruction via an educational film for oral health promotion of elementary students. methods: in this experimental, interventional, before and after study, data w...