Radiation is stopped and may not reach the receptor when it interacts with an area of high attenuation, such as:

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Large amalgam restorations can absorb or scatter radiation, leading to reduced or blocked radiation reaching the receptor. Soft tissue and normal anatomic structures may also cause some degree of attenuation, but not as significant as large amalgam restorations. Periodontal abscess may enhance radiation transmission rather than attenuation due to the presence of air or gas.

Radiation Is Stopped and May Not Reach the Receptor When