Which of the following statements regarding radiographic detection of caries is false?
A) Radiographs aid significantly in the detection of proximal decay.
B) Bitewing radiographs are the radiographs of choice for the evaluation of caries.
C) Incorrect vertical angulation overlaps the contacts between teeth to render the radiograph useless for caries detection.
D) Radiographs have limited usefulness in detection of early occlusal caries.
C
Explanation: A) Incorrect horizontal angulation overlaps the contact areas between teeth, making it impossible to detect lesions in these areas.
B) Incorrect horizontal angulation overlaps the contact areas between teeth, making it impossible to detect lesions in these areas.
C) Incorrect horizontal angulation overlaps the contact areas between teeth, making it impossible to detect lesions in these areas.
D) Incorrect horizontal angulation overlaps the contact areas between teeth, making it impossible to detect lesions in these areas.
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