Photo & Radiograph Example

Radiograph Requirements

• Print digital radiographs on photo glossy paper
• Provide diagnostic quality radiographs in grayscale for each level of evaluation, A, A1 and B. 
• All radiographs should be of the same dpi and scale.( 8-bit grayscale scanned radiographic  JPEG images with medium compression recommended with appropriate cropping and rotation)
• Examinees with direct capture digital x-ray machines should retain the native resolution of their system. (example: if your digital panoramic machine captures an 8-bit grayscale, 500x1200 pixel image, retain image in this way)
• The name of the doctor, practice or school should not be visible on any record.
• Affix an ABO record identification label to all hard copy records.

Periapical, Bitewing and Panoramic Radiograph Requirements

• If a panoramic radiograph is submitted, periapical and bitewing radiographs of the maxillary and mandibular incisors are highly recommended.
• If a full-mouth series of periapical and bitewing radiographs are submitted, no panoramic radiograph is required. Submit as a composite image as appropriate.
• Supplemental radiographs should be included in the case presentation when diagnostically appropriate. Submit as composite images as appropriate.
• Appropriate diagnostic information is recommended for skeletal asymmetry cases.
• All records must be oriented correctly with right and left sides clearly marked.
• Conform to requirements discussed under Periodontal Documentation.