Σύγκριση μεθόδων

	Ακτινογραφία Δαγκώματος	Οκλεισακή Ανάλυση
Πεδίο	Οδοντιατρική	Οδοντιατρική
Οικογένεια	Process / pipeline	Process / pipeline
Έτος προέλευσης	1913 (original technique)	1899 (Angle's classification); 1950s+ (modern analysis)
Δημιουργός	Multiple innovators, formalized in 20th century	Multiple innovators (Angle, Posselt, Dawson, Okeson)
Τύπος	Radiographic examination	Clinical and instrumental examination
Θεμελιώδης πηγή	Ludlow, J. B., Davies-Ludlow, L. E., Brooks, S. L., & Howerton, W. B. (2006). Dosimetry of 3 intraoral digital imaging systems. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology and Endodontology, 101(2), 226-234.	Okeson, J. P. (2020). Management of temporomandibular disorders and occlusion (8th ed.). Elsevier.
Εναλλακτικές ονομασίες	bitewing X-ray, bitewings, posterior radiography	occlusion assessment, bite analysis, centric relation recording
Συναφείς	4	4
Σύνοψη	Bitewing radiography is a standard intraoral radiographic technique that captures the coronal portions of both maxillary and mandibular teeth in a single image, with the patient biting on a film holder or digital sensor. Introduced in the early 20th century and formalized as a diagnostic standard, bitewing radiographs are the primary image type for detecting approximal caries, monitoring alveolar bone level for periodontal disease assessment, and evaluating dental restorations and radiographic density changes. Digital bitewings have reduced radiation exposure and improved image quality and archiving.	Occlusal analysis is a systematic clinical and instrumental examination that evaluates the relationships between the maxillary and mandibular teeth, the temporomandibular joint, and the muscles of mastication. Comprehensive occlusal analysis informs diagnosis of malocclusion, temporomandibular disorders, and guides prosthodontic and orthodontic treatment planning. The analysis integrates static occlusal relationships (centric relation, centric occlusion) with dynamic occlusal patterns (jaw movements) to assess functional harmony and identify occlusal interferences.