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Where should the X-ray beam be directed for lateral facial bone imaging?
Where should the X-ray beam be directed for lateral facial bone imaging?
What is the appropriate orientation of the X-ray beam for lateral facial bones?
What is the appropriate orientation of the X-ray beam for lateral facial bones?
How far below the outer canthus should the X-ray beam be centered for lateral facial bone views?
How far below the outer canthus should the X-ray beam be centered for lateral facial bone views?
Which of the following describes the necessary beam collimation for lateral facial bones?
Which of the following describes the necessary beam collimation for lateral facial bones?
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What is the significance of centering the X-ray beam 2.5 cm inferior to the outer canthus?
What is the significance of centering the X-ray beam 2.5 cm inferior to the outer canthus?
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Study Notes
Lateral Facial Bones X-ray Positioning
- The X-ray beam is positioned horizontally.
- The central ray is directed 2.5 cm below the outer corner of the eye (outer canthus).
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Test your knowledge on lateral X-ray positioning for facial bones. This quiz will cover fundamental techniques and central ray alignment for effective imaging. Perfect for students and professionals in radiography and medical imaging.
