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The article is professionally consulted by Master, Doctor Le Anh Viet - Radiologist - Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine - Vinmec Times City International Hospital.To diagnose diseases of the maxillofacial region, there are now quite a few methods, of which the most commonly indicated is the maxillary x-ray technique. X-ray of the maxilla is indicated to diagnose trauma to the maxillofacial region, diseases of the maxillofacial region as prescribed by a specialist.
1. In what case is x-ray of the oblique jaw indicated?
X-ray of the maxilla is one of the most widely used techniques in dentistry to help doctors obtain images of the bones of the teeth, the soft tissues around the teeth to detect abnormalities in the teeth, jaws and mouth.This is an effective imaging technique for accurate diagnosis and specific treatment:
● Find fractures of the lower jaw due to trauma, diagnose bone diseases such as osteoma, osteomyelitis.
● Dental problems such as decay, broken roots, damage to the supporting bones of teeth
● Identify teeth that are misaligned, erupting in the wrong position
● Detect abnormal growths in the oral cavity such as tumors, tumors boils...
Check the position of permanent teeth with children of teething age
● Assist in diagnosis in cases of dental implants or root canal surgery
● Assist in the implementation of methods orthodontic ...
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2. Carry out x-ray of the slanted jaw
Instruments such as x-ray machine, right and left marks, doctor's order card are fully prepared and stabilized before taking pictures. A doctor or technician will perform the x-ray of the patient's jaw.The patient must remove metal objects on the head and face so as not to affect the imaging process and image quality... Before being invited into the imaging room with detailed explanations and necessary instructions during the procedure. x-ray program.
This is a technique with no absolute contraindications but relative contraindications for pregnant women.
Steps to perform the scan
● Adjust the imaging table, the shadow is half a meter away from the film
● Instruct the patient to lie prone on the x-ray table, with the head tilted towards the imaging side, the cheek on the film side
● Adjust the central beam head up 28-30 degrees, beam on the edge of the neck across the hyoid bone, 5 cm below the angle of the jaw
● Paste the letter F on the digitized sensor plate corresponding to the right of the patient
● Type your name, age, gender of the patient into the machine, select the scan program corresponding to the part to be photographed on the machine
Adjust technical factors (54kv, 1.8mAs)
Ask the patient to stay still, close the door of the examination room and then emit the beam
● After taking the picture, instruct the patient to go out and wait for the results.
● Adjust the contrast, check the relativeness of the images on the film, print the film.
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● The scan results can separate the jaw bone on the side that needs to be taken, the temporomandibular joint can be seen. If the bones are clear, the bones can be clearly seen, the soft part will be visible, the young rays will make the film blurry, many soft shadows, the old rays will make the film black, with less soft shadows.
● The film has full information of the patient's name, patient, F mark, date of capture
● The doctor reads the lesion, describes it on a connected computer, prints the results, and can read the results and instructions. Professional consultation for the patient if required.
X-ray technique of the oblique jaw has no complications for patients. During the imaging process, it may be necessary to repeat the technique if the patient does not keep still while taking the picture, resulting in unclear images, making it difficult to read the results and make a diagnosis.
Vinmec International General Hospital is one of the hospitals that not only ensures professional quality with a team of leading doctors, modern equipment and technology, but also stands out for its examination and consulting services. and comprehensive, professional medical treatment; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space.
Master Doctor Le Anh Viet has 07 years of experience working in the field of diagnostic imaging, performing well in diagnostic imaging techniques. Currently, the doctor is working at the Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
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