The phrase "same lingual, opposite buccal" refers to:
A)buccal-object rule
B)right angle localization
C)pantomography
D)inverse square law

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The phrase "same lingual, opposite buccal" is a mnemonic used to remind dental professionals of the buccal-object rule, which states that dental radiographs must be positioned so that the tooth and the film/sensor are on opposite sides of the center of rotation (same lingual, opposite buccal). This helps to minimize distortion and ensure accurate imaging.

The Phrase "Same Lingual, Opposite Buccal" Refers To