Each of the following is a use of radiographs in the assessment of periodontal disease prognosis except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Evaluating root-to-crown ratio
B) Detecting furcation involvement
C) Determining active versus inactive disease
D) Revealing root shape and length


C
Explanation: A) A complete periodontal assessment must include a clinical examination. Because radiographs cannot image the condition of soft tissues, a clinical examination must be used to distinguish between active and inactive disease.
B) A complete periodontal assessment must include a clinical examination. Because radiographs cannot image the condition of soft tissues, a clinical examination must be used to distinguish between active and inactive disease.
C) A complete periodontal assessment must include a clinical examination. Because radiographs cannot image the condition of soft tissues, a clinical examination must be used to distinguish between active and inactive disease.
D) A complete periodontal assessment must include a clinical examination. Because radiographs cannot image the condition of soft tissues, a clinical examination must be used to distinguish between active and inactive disease.

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