What is bitewing radiography and what pathologies is it best for detecting?

• A. Used to detect soft tissue pathologies.
• B. Bitewing radiographs capture crowns and furcation areas; best for detecting proximal interproximal caries and early bone loss around teeth.
• C. They show entire jaw structure; best for detecting fractures of mandible.
• D. Used to measure tooth length.

Answer: (B)