Imaging Science in Dentistry

Korean Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (대한영상치의학회)
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Determination and classification of intraoral phosphor storage plate artifacts and errors

  • Deniz, Yesim (Department of Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University) ;
  • Kaya, Seher (Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University)
  • Received : 2019.03.19
  • Accepted : 2019.05.22
  • Published : 2019.09.30
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Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine the reasons and solutions for intraoral phosphor storage plate (PSP) image artifacts and errors, and to develop an appropriate classification of the artifacts. Materials and Methods: This study involved the retrospective examination of 5,000 intraoral images that had been obtained using a phosphor plate system. Image artifacts were examined on the radiographs and classified according to possible causative factors. Results: Artifacts were observed in 1,822 of the 5,000 images. After examination of the images, the errors were divided into 6 groups based on their causes, as follows: images with operator errors, superposition of undesirable structures, ambient light errors, plate artifacts (physical deformations and contamination), scanner artifacts, and software artifacts. The groups were then re-examined and divided into 45 subheadings. Conclusion: Identification of image artifacts can help to improve the quality of the radiographic image and control the radiation dose. Knowledge of the basic physics and technology of PSP systems could aid to reduce the need for repeated radiography.

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