Radiology Practice Test

A panoramic film is not acceptable in detecting what?

1. Decay

2. Fractures

3. Cysts

4. Tumors

The correct answer is: Decay

Panoramic films are not suitable for detecting decay because the image produced by the film is a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional structure. This makes it difficult to accurately assess areas of decay, as the extent and depth of decay cannot be determined from a panoramic image. In contrast, fractures, cysts, and tumors can all be detected on a panoramic film as they appear as radiolucent or radiopaque areas on the image. Therefore, panoramic films are used primarily for detecting issues such as fractures, cysts, and tumors in the oral and maxillofacial region.