Endodontic radiographs: realities and illusions.
Several case reports show how, on occasion, radiographs fail to disclose important realities. The illusions that are presented radiographically have the potential to misdirect diagnosis and treatment as well.
Selden
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General Practice Residency Program, Muhlenberg Hospital Center, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.
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