Which of the following is most likely to result in a retake of a bitewing radiograph?

a. The patient maintained a steady pressure on the bite tab.
b. The patient swallowed during the exposure.
c. There are no large tori or severely malpositioned teeth.
d. The top edge of the image receptor did not contact the lingual gingiva.


b. Caution the patient not to swallow or to allow the teeth to separate during the exposure.

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

Coding begins and ends with the patient's medical record

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Health Professions

________ is an abnormal rounding of the thoracic spine (upper back) that becomes exaggerated and produces a "humpback" appearance

a. Lordosis b. Kyphosis c. Scoliosis d. Curvosis

Health Professions

Building and fire codes typically require standpipes be extended before the construction reaches ___ feet

A) 20 (6.1) B) 30 (10) C) 40 (13.3) D) 50 (15.2)

Health Professions

Each coxal bone has three parts: the ilium, the ________, and the pubis. 

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

Health Professions