Facial Bones | Facial Bones Waters Position

Name: Facial Bones Waters Position

Procedure: The chin is elevated to show maxillae orbits and zygomatic arches. This projection evaluates facial fractures.

Patient Position: Standing or seated

Region: Facial Bones

Projection: Parietoacanthial

Beam Direction: Posterior to anterior

Type of Study: Diagnostic

This dataset is informed by widely accepted radiographic positioning standards used across clinical practice, including guidance from professional bodies such as the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and general principles reflected in commonly used radiography curricula.

It is an original work and does not reproduce or rely on proprietary content from commercial textbooks such as Bontrager or Merrills. For informational purposes only, not patient care.