Angle and ramus, simple

Routine diagnosis of this type of fracture should include x-rays taken in two planes at 90° to each other. The minimum requirement is a PA view and a panoramic view.
CT or digital volume tomography (DVT) imaging may be used as an alternative.

PA view of the same case.

OPG shows a left angular fracture reaching the third molar socket.

For further information regarding teeth in the line of fracture see the dedicated section under "Special considerations".

PA view of a bilateral angle fracture.

OPG of the same case.

CT scans of a ramus fracture.

This type of high ramus fracture is usually treated the same way as the low condylar injuries.