A radiographic technique for maxillary third molars.
To obtain an accurate radiographic image of the maxillary third molars with roots and without the superimposition of the zygomatic arch is sometimes difficult. A simple, fast, and effective technique to obtain such an image is described. The technique could be useful also in the practice for handicapped patients as it requires little cooperation from the patient.
D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008722:Methods; D008963:Molar / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D011859:Radiography