The identification dot should be placed toward the apices of the teeth when exposing periapical radiographs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False. The identification dot may obscure information in that portion of the image and should be positioned away from the area of interest. In the case of periapical radiographs, the identification dot should be positioned toward the incisal/occlusal edges, where it is least likely to interfere with diagnostic information.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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