Radiology 9. Radiographic Localisation

Question 1

what is the need for radiographic localisation?

Answer 1

to determine location of a structure or pathological lesion in relation to other structures

[its useful when clinical examination is insufficient to provide an answer]

Question 2

when would radiographic localisation usually be used clinically?

Answer 2

• position of unerupted teeth
• location of roots/root canals
• pathological lesions
• trauma