Which of these dental practitioners would most likely use a lateral cephalometric radiograph to assess growth and development?

a. A general practitioner
b. An orthodontist
c. A periodontist
d. An endodontist


b. Orthodontists often use facial profile radiographs, such as the lateral cephalometric radiograph, to record, measure, and compare changes in growth and development of the bones and the teeth.

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a. Countertransference b. Progress report c. Syndication d. Assessment

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The single most important factor that affects a patient's perception of a physician's office is ____. 

A. the décor B. the temperature C. cleanliness D. the lighting E. the furniture

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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