Which image receptor placement is most likely to be more comfortable and allow the patient to become accustomed to the procedure?

a. Maxillary anteriors
b. Maxillary posteriors
c. Mandibular posteriors
d. Posterior bitewings


a. The placement of the image receptor in the region of the maxillary anteriors is least likely to cause discomfort or excite a gag reflex.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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