Axiolateral oblique TMJ

Question 1

What is the method name for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?

Answer 1

Modified law method

Question 2

How much is the head rotated for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?

Answer 2

15 degrees toward IR

Question 3

What line should be positioned parallel with transverse axis (long axis) of the IR for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?

Answer 3

AML

Question 4

What is the CR angle/direction for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?

Answer 4

15 degrees caudad

Question 5

What is the CR location for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?

Answer 5

1.5” superior to EAM away from IR

Question 6

How many images are taken for the axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ? Describe.

Answer 6

1 open mouth
1 closed mouth