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A type of radiograph (x-ray) which only shows the crowns (part of the tooth visible in the mouth) of several upper and lower teeth. Usually used to check for caries (decay) in the interproximal areas (between teeth) of posterior (back) teeth.

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What is a bitewing?

A bitewing is a radiograph taken to visualize the crowns of the posterior teeth and the height of the alveolar bone in relation to the cementoenamel junctions, commonly used to examine for interdental caries and recurrent caries under existing restorations.


How many bitewing radiographs can be taken per year legally?

"Legally" there is no limit to the number of bitewing x-rays that can be taken. That is strictly a matter between the patient and the dentist. Whatever they agree to is right. On the other hand, it may be that the patient's insurance will not pay for more than a pre-determined number of bitewings each year. This is an issue of insurance coverage, not a matter of law. Bitewing xrays are an important tool in dentistry. They help answer the questions "is there unseen tooth decay or other pathology? Does the restoration conform to the prep?" For most people four bitewings (two on each side) annually is sufficient to answer those questions. Some people, due to their high rate of decay, may need bitwings more frequently. Again, this is a decision for the patient and their dentist.


Medicine and Dentistry?

Medicine and Dentistry


How do you spell dentistry?

Dentistry is the correct spelling.


General and Cosmetic Dentistry?

General and Cosmetic Dentistry


What has the author K D Jila written?

K. D. Jila has written: 'Dentistry in ancient India' -- subject(s): Ancient Dentistry, Dentistry, Dentistry, Ancient, History


When was Dentistry Magazine created?

Dentistry Magazine was created in 1995.


What has the author Louis C Schultz written?

Louis C Schultz has written: 'Operative dentistry [by] Louis C. Schultz [and others] Department of Operative Dentistry, University of Michigan School of Dentistry' -- subject(s): Dentistry, Operative, Operative Dentistry


What has the author J D Hamilton Jamieson written?

J. D. Hamilton Jamieson has written: 'Aids to operative dentistry' -- subject(s): Dentistry, Operative, Operative Dentistry 'Operative dentistry'


What are scrabble words with wbgeitn?

There are no seven-letter words with that rack. However, if there is an existing I on the board, you might be able to play BITEWING.


Are there any professional schools of Dentistry in Milwaukee, WI?

Marquette University School of Dentistry is the only one that offers a program in Dentistry.

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