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Describe the positioning for an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible and the corresponding degree of rotation for the body and symphysis.
Describe the positioning for an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible and the corresponding degree of rotation for the body and symphysis.
The patient's head should be rotated 30 degrees toward the IR for the body and 45 degrees for the symphysis. The CR is directed 25 degrees cephalad to pass directly through the mandibular region of interest.
What is the goal of an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible?
What is the goal of an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible?
The goal of this projection is to place the desired portion of the mandible parallel with the IR.
How should the patient's head be positioned for an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible when focusing on the ramus?
How should the patient's head be positioned for an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible when focusing on the ramus?
The patient's head should be kept in a true lateral position when focusing on the ramus.
What adjustments should be made for radiographing muscular or hypersthenic patients to avoid projecting the shoulder over the mandible?
What adjustments should be made for radiographing muscular or hypersthenic patients to avoid projecting the shoulder over the mandible?
What references can be consulted for further information on the cranium, mandible, temporomandibular joint, paranasal sinuses, and mastoid petromastoid?
What references can be consulted for further information on the cranium, mandible, temporomandibular joint, paranasal sinuses, and mastoid petromastoid?
