X - Ray Zygomatic Arch - Both

An X-ray of the zygomatic arch is a safe and painless test to visualise the extension of the cheek bone using small amount of radiation. The zygomatic arch is made up of two zygomatic bone, the temporal bone and the soft tissues (skin and muscles) surrounding it. The image is recorded on a special X-ray film. The X-ray image is black and white. Dense structures such as the bones, appear white and softer body tissues, such as the skin and muscles appear darker. The actual exposure time to radiation is usually less than a second, although the overall test may take 15-20 minutes.