This paper deals with the orthodontic aspects of a wider survey undertaken to determine the use of radiographs in general dental practice in the county of Avon. During the sample week 218 patients had radiography for orthodontic purposes of whom 184 were below the age of 15 years. There were marked differences in the radiographs used by general practitioners and specialist orthodontists and the possible reasons for these differences are discussed.
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