The paper presents a survey of the modes of intraoral and extraoral radiographic examination in children stomatology. Main indication of X-ray examination in children, types and dimension of the commonly used X-ray films, techniques of elaboration and the modes of interpretation of X-ray pictures are described. The importance of the bitewing technique for the detection of caries is pointed out and suitable time intervals for repetition of the bitewing pictures in temporary and permanent dentition are presented. The authors discuss the feasibility of systematic X-ray examination for other reasons than caries and describe the possibilities of protecting the child against superfluous irradiation. The authors also discuss the possibilities of using digital radiography in children.

        Key words: radiographic examination – children stomatology – bitewing technique – digital radiography