Mandibular axial occlusal projection

【Purpose】To assess the buccolingual position of mandibular anterior teeth, locate impacted or supernumerary teeth, detect salivary calculi in the floor of the mouth, and evaluate mandibular fractures or lesions.

【Projection angle】The central ray is directed along the long axis of the mandibular anterior teeth from beneath the chin toward the center of the film.

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  Cortical bone
  Mental spine
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