To avoid overlap of contact areas on a molar bitewing radiograph, the image receptor should be positioned perpendicularly to the midpoint of the maxillary first molar.

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To avoid overlap of contact areas on a molar bitewing radiograph, the central ray should be directed perpendicular to the curvature of the arch and the image receptor should be parallel to the teeth being imaged.

To Avoid Overlap of Contact Areas on a Molar Bitewing