A Disadvantage of Panoramic Dental Radiography When Contrasted with Intraoral

question 1

Multiple Choice

A disadvantage of panoramic dental radiography when contrasted with intraoral dental radiography is:

• A) Panoramic radiography results in higher exposure to the patient than intraoral radiography.
• B) Fewer anatomic structures can be viewed on a panoramic film than on a complete intraoral radiographic series.
• C) The images seen on a panoramic radiograph are not as sharp as those on intraoral radiographs because of the intensifying screens.
• D) The exposure of a panoramic radiograph is readily accepted by the patient because there is no discomfort involved.

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