Which of the following describes the correct head positioning for a panoramic radiograph?
A) Midsaggital plane parallel to the floor and ala-tragus line perpendicular to the floor
B) Frankfort plane and midsaggital plane perpendicular to the floor
C) Ala-tragus line parallel to the floor and Frankfort plane 5 degrees toward the floor
D) Frankfort plane parallel to the floor and midsaggital plane perpendicular to the floor

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The correct head positioning for a panoramic radiograph involves having the Frankfort plane parallel to the floor and the midsaggital plane perpendicular to the floor. This ensures that the dental arches are properly aligned in the image.

Which of the Following Describes the Correct Head Positioning for a Panoramic