Book your X-Ray Mandible PA View at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL-accredited & NABH-accredited Advanced Diagnostic Centre providing quality Radiology & Pathology Services. This specialized X-ray gives doctors a posteroanterior (PA) view of the lower jaw (mandible) to aid in the diagnosis of fractures, bone lesions, infections, and other abnormalities of the jaw. It is a low-radiation, objective image test that is quick, painless, and helps in proper diagnosis and treatment planning.
About X-Ray Mandible PA View
X-Ray Mandible PA View: This is a specific X-ray image that is used to check the mandible (lower jaw) from a posteroanterior perspective. A view that looks forward at the body, rami, angles, and other facial structures of the mandible is useful for detecting fractures, asymmetry, and other bony abnormalities. Just as in Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, high-quality digital images are produced with low exposure rates to X-rays, resulting in accurate and reliable diagnosis.
What is an X-Ray Mandible PA View?
X-ray Mandible PA View is a kind of X-ray exposure required for taking a frontal view of the lower jaw with low-level X-ray radiation. It can assist a doctor in determining whether the mandible is buckled, lacking, damaged, or unforeseen and make an evaluation of the mandible to determine if any injury has happened.
Common Reasons for an X-Ray Mandible PA View
Facial injury or jaw trauma
Suspected mandibular fracture
Jaw pain or swelling
Difficulty chewing or opening the mouth
Evaluation of bone infections
Investigation of cysts or tumors
Follow-up after jaw surgery or fracture treatment
Assessment of congenital jaw abnormalities
Conditions Evaluated
Mandibular Fractures
Detects fractures involving the body, angles, or rami of the mandible following trauma.
Bone Infections
Evaluates infections such as osteomyelitis affecting the jaw bone.
Bone Cysts and Tumors
Helps identify benign or malignant lesions involving the mandible.
Jaw Deformities
Assesses congenital or acquired deformities and asymmetry of the lower jaw.
Post-Traumatic Changes
Monitors healing after fractures, reconstructive surgery, or other jaw procedures.
Who Should Consider This X-Ray?
Your doctor may recommend an X-Ray Mandible PA View if you:
Have sustained facial or jaw trauma
Experience persistent jaw pain or swelling
Have difficulty chewing or opening your mouth
Need evaluation of a suspected jaw fracture
Require assessment of jaw infections or bone lesions
Need follow-up imaging after jaw surgery
Benefits of X-Ray Mandible PA View
Quick and painless examination
Low radiation exposure
Provides a clear frontal view of the mandible
Accurate detection of fractures and bone abnormalities
Supports diagnosis and treatment planning
Cost-effective imaging method
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Experienced Radiologists
Advanced Digital X-Ray Technology
NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
High-quality imaging with minimal radiation
Accurate and timely reporting
Affordable pricing
Comprehensive Radiology and Pathology services under one roof
Book Your X-Ray Mandible PA View
Make an appointment for your X-Ray Mandible PA View with Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, where you will be able to receive an accurate diagnosis of jaw injury, fractures, infections, and other conditions affecting the jaw. We use our experienced team of radiologists to ensure that high-quality images are created for early diagnosis and treatment.
Test information: Fasting NOT needed
Reporting: Within 04 hours*
Usually, no fasting is required unless specifically advised by your doctor.
Wear loose and comfortable clothing. Remove spectacles, dentures, hearing aids, jewellery, hairpins, or any metallic objects from the head and neck region before the examination.
Inform the radiographer if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy, as X-rays involve ionising radiation.
Carry all previous X-ray, CT, MRI, dental X-rays, or jaw imaging reports along with your doctor's referral, if available.
Continue taking your prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.
Inform the radiographer about any recent facial injury, jaw surgery, dental implants, braces, or other metallic devices in the mouth or facial region.
Keep your head and jaw still during image acquisition to ensure clear and accurate images.
Arrive at the centre 15–20 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
सामान्यतः इस जांच के लिए फास्टिंग की आवश्यकता नहीं होती है, जब तक डॉक्टर विशेष निर्देश न दें।
ढीले और आरामदायक कपड़े पहनकर आएं। जांच से पहले चश्मा, डेंचर, श्रवण यंत्र, आभूषण, हेयरपिन तथा सिर और गर्दन के आसपास की सभी धातु की वस्तुएँ हटा दें।
यदि आप गर्भवती हैं या गर्भावस्था की संभावना है, तो जांच से पहले रेडियोग्राफर को अवश्य बताएं।
अपनी सभी पुरानी एक्स-रे, सीटी, एमआरआई, डेंटल एक्स-रे या जबड़े से संबंधित रिपोर्ट तथा डॉक्टर का रेफरल साथ लेकर आएं।
डॉक्टर की सलाह के अनुसार अपनी नियमित दवाइयाँ लेते रहें।
यदि हाल ही में चेहरे या जबड़े में चोट लगी हो, सर्जरी हुई हो, या डेंटल इम्प्लांट, ब्रेसेस अथवा कोई धातु का उपकरण लगा हो, तो इसकी जानकारी रेडियोग्राफर को दें।
जांच के दौरान सिर और जबड़े को बिल्कुल स्थिर रखें ताकि स्पष्ट और सही तस्वीरें प्राप्त हो सकें।
पंजीकरण और तैयारी के लिए निर्धारित समय से 15–20 मिनट पहले केंद्र पर पहुंचें।
The patient is positioned facing the digital X-ray detector to obtain a posteroanterior (PA) view of the mandible.
The radiographer carefully aligns the head and lower jaw to capture the required frontal image.
You may be asked to keep your mouth closed and remain completely still while the image is taken.
Additional views may be obtained if requested by the radiologist for a more detailed assessment.
The examination is quick, painless, non-invasive, and does not require contrast material.
The procedure usually takes 5–10 minutes.
Reports are generally available within 24 hours.
The film of the X-ray is usually provided within 30 minutes of the scan.
* For details, please see service-related policies