CLINICAL MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -State the vertical angulation used for maxillary lateral occlusal projection: +60; above corner of the eyebrow. State the vertical angulation used for the mandibular topographic occlusal projection:-55; centered over chin.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lateral (right or left) projection: The maxillary lateral occlusal projection is used to examine the palatal roots of the molar teeth. It may also be used to locate foreign bodies or lesions in the posterior maxilla.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lateral (right or Left ) projection. this type of projection is used to examine the anterior teeth of the maxilla and is recommended for used in children 5 years old or younger.

Detailed explanation-4: –Occlusal with #2 image receptor. The vertical angulation is directed-50 degrees approximately through a point in the middle of the chin toward the center of the image receptor.

Detailed explanation-5: -The patient’s head needs to be positioned so the chin is parallel to the floor. The PID usually has a line on the side. That line should line up with the occlusal plane. For bitewing radiographs, maxillary and mandibular arches should show an equal amount from the occlusal plane.