Mandible X-ray

A mandible x-ray is a series of x-rays to view the structures of your jaw.
A mandible x-ray may be performed for:

• Diagnosis of fractures,
• Diagnosis of dislocations,
• Diagnosis of neoplasms.
• Inflammatory changes.

It is important to inform a member of staff as soon as possible if you are pregnant or suspect you are pregnant BEFORE the test is performed. The examination may not be appropriate or special considerations or precautions might need to be taken.

You will need to sit or stand with your head facing the x-ray plate. There may be multiple views taken to allow the doctor to see your jaw at different angles.

• A picture will be taken with your forehead and nose touching the x-ray plate.
• A picture with the back of your head touching the plate.
• A picture with the left and right side facing the plate.
• You may also be asked to open your mouth for some pictures

For safety reasons there cannot be anyone in the room during the x-ray and relatives must wait outside. A staff member will be behind the glass window a short distance away watching the patient at all times during the scan should there be any concerns.