Because the proximal surfaces of the molars are in a buccolingual relationship to the patient's sagittal plane, conventional image receptor placement parallel to the buccal surfaces of the molars often results in overlapping of the contact area and

closure of the embrasure spaces.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False. The opposite is true, as the proximal surfaces of the molars are in a mesiodistal relationship to the patient's sagittal plane.

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