Each of the following statements regarding orientation of the occlusal radiographic image receptor is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?
a. If using film, the white side must face the arch of interest.
b. The image receptor must be placed in the mouth with the long dimension horizontal.
c. The image receptor should protrude from the mouth about ΒΌ inch.
d. If using film, the embossed dot should be positioned toward the anterior.
b. The image receptor may be placed into the mouth with the long dimension positioned horizontally or vertically, centered over one small region of interest or over the entire right or left sides of the dental arches. The position used will depend on the type of occlusal radiograph needed and the area to be imaged.
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