In order to create a patient's treatment plan, the complete extent of existing pathology must be known. Radiology is key in accessing this information.
Image 11.1. Maxillary premolars and molars
Image 11.2. Impacted second premolar
Image 11.3. Impacted mandibular 3rd molar
Image 11.4. Radiology Positioning
Position for maxillary premolars
Image 11.5. Mandibular incisors (radiograph)
Look for a black space separating the mandibular rami distal to simpysis
Image 11.6. Mandibular premolars and molars (radiograph)
Look for radiolucent (black areas) above and below the jaw
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