When Using the Paralleling Technique, Excessive Vertical Angulation Will Result

question 5

Multiple Choice

When using the paralleling technique, excessive vertical angulation will result in:

• A) elongation of the teeth.
• B) foreshortening of the teeth.
• C) cutting off the apices of teeth.
• D) cutting off the occlusal/incisal edges of the teeth.

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