Intraoral Radiographic Anatomy Unit 2. Radiographic Density Radiopacity – light on film...
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Radiopaque vs. Radiolucent Radiopaque:refers to a light area on the film –Structures that are absorbers of x-rays block the x-rays from reaching the film –The x-rays are attenuated (decreased in intensity) by absorbing structures –Fewer photons reach the emulsion –Dense structures are strong absorbers
![TX 1:ABS~AT/TX 2:ABS~AT€¦ · revealed severe attrition of the right lower first molar [Figure 1]. Radiographic examination showed radiolucency involving enamel, dentin, and pulp](https://static.fdocuments.us/doc/165x107/5f036bee7e708231d409203f/tx-1absattx-2absat-revealed-severe-attrition-of-the-right-lower-first-molar.jpg)
