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What can take the place of so many radiographs for a full mouth series xrays when dentist has no panoramic or cbct machine?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Clinical Exam: What is your dentist monitoring? Periodontal disease? Interproximal caries? Crown margins? A good clinical exam can supplement radiographs, but they still provide a valuable tool in diagnosing dental issues.

Answered 10/29/2016

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