Intra-Oral views

Question 1

Horizontal bitewing

Answer 1

shows posterior teeth in occlusion, + is taken to view:

• interproximal areas + to diagnose caries in these regions
• restorative overhangs in these areas
• recurrent caries beneath existing restorations
• occlusal caries

Question 2

Vertical bitewing

Answer 2

shows extended view of posterior teeth, from mid-root of uppers to mid-root of the lowers as a minimum + taken to view:

• periodontal bone levels of posterior teeth
• true periodontal pockets

Question 3

Periapical

Answer 3

shows one or two teeth in full length with surrounding bone, + is taken to view the area + teeth in close detail

Question 4

Anterior occlusal

Answer 4

shows plane view of anterior section of either the mandible or maxilla, + is used to especially view the area for unerupted teeth, supernumerary teeth + cysts