How common is ponticulus posticus on lateral cephalograms?

Abstract Background Ponticulus posticus is an anomaly of first cervical vertebra visible on lateral cephalogram and has some serious medical and surgical implications. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked or undetected by orthodontists. The general objective of this study is to sensitize orthodonti...

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Main Authors: Jamal Giri, Prabhat Ranjan Pokharel, Rajesh Gyawali
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-04-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13104-017-2494-z