Symphysis and parasymphysis, simple

Routine diagnosis of mandibular fractures should include radiographs 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 patient.

Axial CT scan and occlusal view allow for proper assessment of the vestibular and lingual cortices.