zygoma

Question 1

SMV Projection

Answer 1

perpendicular to IOML 1 inch posterior to outer canthus

Question 2

• Extend the patient’s neck so that the IOML is as parallel with the plane of the IR.
• Rotate the MSP approximately 15 degrees away from the side being examined
• tilt the top of the head away from the side being examined approximately 15 degrees.
• CR - Perpendicular to IOML and through the zygomatic approx. 1 ½ inches posterior to outer canthus.
• S/S - The zygomatic arch free of superimposition. This projection is useful with patients who have depressed fractures or flat cheekbones.

Answer 2

Tangential Projection / May Method

Question 3

CR Modified Towne Method

Answer 3

30 degrees caudad directed to glabella

Question 4

what is Parallel to the IR (may method)

Answer 4

IOML

Question 5

Rotate the MSP approximately ___ deg away from the side being examined

Answer 5

15 degrees