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The lesser wing of sphenoid is considered part of horizontal trajectories rather than vertical trajectories.

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During cavity preparation, the most common area for exposure is a Class V cavity in the first premolar. A Class V cavity is a five-sided cavity that involves the gingival margin of the tooth and the proximal surface. These cavities are particularly prone to exposure because the gingival tissue in this region can be thin, and the proximity to the bone can lead to inadvertent damage during the preparation process.

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Central giant cell granuloma characteristically presents as a single lesion in a single bone, typically the mandible or maxilla. In contrast, osteopetrosis affects multiple bones (generalized marble bone disease), Pagets disease commonly affects multiple bones (though it can be monostotic), and polyostotic fibrous dysplasia by definition affects multiple bones. CGCG is a localized reactive lesion.

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Epulis fissuratum is a chronic hyperplastic tissue reaction that occurs due to chronic irritation from an ill-fitting or overextended denture flange. The overextension of the labial flanges causes trauma to the soft tissues, leading to the formation of folds of fibrous tissue in the vestibule.

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Nasal septum is best viewed by occipitomental (Waters) view. This projection provides excellent visualization of the nasal septum without superimposition, allowing assessment of septal deviation, fractures, or other abnormalities of the nasal septum.

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The most common cause of death in anaphylactic shock is respiratory failure resulting from bronchoconstriction and laryngeal edema. Immediate airway management and bronchodilation are critical in the treatment of anaphylaxis.

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The lingual split technique minimizes bone loss and tissue trauma by dividing the tooth along its longitudinal axis and removing it in two halves, reducing the need for extensive buccal bone removal.

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Ledge formation in a root canal is a common procedural error in endodontics. Instruments with non-cutting tips are designed to follow the canal curvature and are less likely to gouge the canal wall, thus reducing the risk of ledging. Additionally, stainless steel instruments can be pre-curved to better navigate complex anatomy.

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Double intensifying screen and screen film are used in extraoral radiographs to reduce exposure time.