Which of the following is NOT a use of a Panoramic Radiograph?

A panoramic radiograph, or panorex, is a valuable diagnostic tool in dentistry, providing a broad view of the entire mouth, including the teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures. It is particularly useful for diagnosing conditions that affect multiple teeth and areas of the jaw.

When considering the uses of a panoramic radiograph, it is effective for diagnosing decay, periodontal disease, and periapical lesions. These conditions can be assessed through the comprehensive view that a panorex offers, allowing practitioners to identify issues such as cavities that may not be easily seen through intraoral radiographs, the health of the bone and gums that indicate periodontal problems, and pathology related to the roots of the teeth near the jawbone.

Assessment of occlusion, however, typically requires more detailed imaging. This involves looking at how the upper and lower teeth come together, which is best evaluated through more targeted radiographs or clinical examination techniques rather than a broad, panoramic view. The specific relationships between individual teeth in occlusion are best appreciated with intraoral radiography and clinical assessments rather than through the panoramic film, which does not provide fine details of tooth position necessary for occlusal diagnosis. Thus, selection of the assessment of occlusion as the option that is not a primary use