November 2012 – Page 3 – Dr. G's Toothpix

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Radiographic Interpretation

How was that missed? (Mandibular Fracture)

This how was that missed post is showing a case of a mandibular fracture missed on a 2D image but easily seen on a CT scan. Initial interpretation: Obvious radiolucent line extending from mandibular left premolar region to the inferior border of the mandible. There is a discontinuity of the…

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Radiographic Interpretation

SLOB rule (Same-Lingual, Opposite-Buccal) using vertical angle changes

This post was in request to an example of how to use the SLOB rule with vertical angle changes. So here we go. SLOB rule with vertical angle changes When referring to vertical angle changes, the images are described as inferior (shows more inferior objects) or superior (shows more superior…

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Case of the week

Case of the week: Enamel Hypoplasia

This week I have a case of enamel hypoplasia on the maxillary central incisors. I have no information on the history of this case and any possible causes. If you have some ideas, please feel free to share in the comments. Note the wavy radiolucent lines in the middle portion…