Effect of display type, DICOM calibration and room illuminance in bitewing radiographs - UTU Research Portal

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Effect of display type, DICOM calibration and room illuminance in bitewing radiographs

Authors: Kallio-Pulkkinen S, Huumonen S, Haapea M, Liukkonen E, Sipola A, Tervonen O, Nieminen MT

Publisher: BRITISH INST RADIOLOGY

Publication year: 2016

Journal: Dentomaxillofacial Radiology

Journal name in source: DENTOMAXILLOFACIAL RADIOLOGY

Journal acronym: DENTOMAXILLOFAC RAD

Article number: ARTN 20150129

Volume: 45

Issue: 1

Number of pages: 8

ISSN: 0250-832X

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1259/dmfr.20150129(external)

Abstract

Conclusions: DICOM calibration improves the detection of enamel and dentinal caries in bitewing radiographs, particularly in bright lighting. Therefore, a calibrated consumer grade display can be recommended as a diagnostic tool for viewing bitewing radiographs.