A lateral cephalogram is a special side‑view orthodontic X‑ray that shows your skull, jaws, teeth, and soft tissues in one image. At Rajan Dental in Chennai, we use it to plan braces, clear aligners, and jaw surgery with precision.
- What it shows: The relationship between your upper and lower jaws, front teeth angles, facial balance, and airway size, all from a profile view.
- Why it’s important: Helps design accurate orthodontic treatment, predicts changes in your facial profile, and is essential for jaw (orthognathic) surgery planning.
- Who it helps: Children, teens and adults starting braces or clear aligners, patients being evaluated for jaw growth issues or complex bite problems.
- How it’s done: You sit or stand with your head supported while the machine rotates around you for about 10–15 seconds; radiation is minimal and the process is painless.
Results you can expect
- More predictable results.
- Clear view of jaw and bite.
- Better braces/aligner planning.
- Fewer surprises in treatment.
