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Which type of dental radiograph is used to evaluate the relationship between the maxillary and mandibular arches in centric occlusion?
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Correct answer: B. Lateral cephalometric radiograph
A LATERAL CEPHALOMETRIC RADIOGRAPH (lateral ceph) is used to evaluate the skeletal and dental relationships between the maxilla and mandible, including in centric occlusion. It shows the sagittal (A-P) skeletal relationship (Class I, II, or III), dental angulation, and soft tissue profile. Panoramic shows all teeth but not inter-arch relationship in occlusion. TMJ and transcranial views are for the TMJ specifically. B is correct.