Chapter 35: Interpretation of Trauma, Pulpal Lesions, and Periapical Lesions
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module chapter, you will be able to:
35.1
- Define the key terms associated with the interpretation of trauma, resorption, pulpal and periapical lesions as viewed on a dental image.
- Describe and identify the appearance of crown, root, and jaw fractures as viewed on a dental image.
- Describe and identify the appearance of a luxation and an avulsed tooth as viewed on a dental image.
- Describe and identify the appearance of external and internal resorption as viewed on a dental image.
35.2
- Describe and identify the appearance of pulpal sclerosis, pulp canal obliteration, and pulp stones as viewed on a dental image.
- Discuss periapical radiolucencies and describe the appearance of periapical granuloma, cyst, and abscess as viewed on a dental image, and explain what is necessary to establish a definitive diagnosis.
- Discuss periapical radiopacities and describe and identify the appearance of condensing osteitis, sclerotic bone, and hypercementosis as viewed on a dental image.
