Radiology · single question
Which radiograph is most appropriate to evaluate the maxillary sinuses?
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Correct answer: C. Waters view
- A. INCORRECT. The lateral cephalometric is for craniofacial and skeletal analysis.
- B. INCORRECT. The panoramic shows the jaws broadly but is not the dedicated sinus view.
- C. CORRECT. The Waters (occipitomental) view is the standard projection for the maxillary sinuses.
- D. INCORRECT. A periapical shows only a small region of teeth and bone.