Straight and lateral facial X-rays are technique used to survey the facial bone system in cases of trauma and assess the sinus system such as the ethmoid sinus, frontal sinus, and maxillary sinus.
Indications:
§ Foreign objects in the craniofacial region.
§ Craniofacial bone deformities and diseases.
§ Facial trauma, limited indications for facial wounds.
Contraindications:
§ No absolute contraindications.
§ Relative contraindications: Pregnant women.