Conditions that would indicate the need for a periapical radiograph include each of the following except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Abscess
B) Cleft palate
C) Large caries
D) Root fracture


B
Explanation: A) Conditions prompting the exposure of a periapical radiograph include apical pathology (abscesses), fractures, large carious lesions, extensive periodontal involvement, examination of developmental anomalies such as missing teeth and abnormal eruption patterns, and any unexplained pain or bleeding. Occlusal radiographs would be a better choice for imaging a large area such as a cleft palate.
B) Conditions prompting the exposure of a periapical radiograph include apical pathology (abscesses), fractures, large carious lesions, extensive periodontal involvement, examination of developmental anomalies such as missing teeth and abnormal eruption patterns, and any unexplained pain or bleeding. Occlusal radiographs would be a better choice for imaging a large area such as a cleft palate.
C) Conditions prompting the exposure of a periapical radiograph include apical pathology (abscesses), fractures, large carious lesions, extensive periodontal involvement, examination of developmental anomalies such as missing teeth and abnormal eruption patterns, and any unexplained pain or bleeding. Occlusal radiographs would be a better choice for imaging a large area such as a cleft palate.
D) Conditions prompting the exposure of a periapical radiograph include apical pathology (abscesses), fractures, large carious lesions, extensive periodontal involvement, examination of developmental anomalies such as missing teeth and abnormal eruption patterns, and any unexplained pain or bleeding. Occlusal radiographs would be a better choice for imaging a large area such as a cleft palate.

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