5 Operation
5.1 Acquiring the X-ray image
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Operating Instructions Orthophos E
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5.1.2.3
Sinus view
5.1.2.3.1 Program descriptions
5.1.2.3.1.1 S1 – Paranasal sinuses
This exposure shows the paranasal sinuses e.g. for the diagnosis of
orbital floor fractures.
5.1.2.3.2 Preparing the exposure
Depending on the patient or the exposure program, you may have to
replace accessory parts and, if necessary, reconnect the sensor, see
"Installation and start-up" [→34].
You will require the following accessories:
● Blue bite block or contact segment
● Temporomandibular joint supports with contact pads
● Forehead support
➢ Insert the accessory parts to be used into the unit and pull on the
relevant hygienic protective sleeves, see "Hygienic protective
sleeves" [→31].
➢ Switch Sidexis to a "Ready for 2D exposure" state; see "Switching
SIDEXIS to ready for exposure state".
5.1.2.3.3 Selecting an exposure program
The exposure programs appear in the sequence P1, P1L, P1R, P1A,
P1C, P10, P12, BW1, TM1.1/TM1.2, S1, MS1, C3, C4, C1, C2 on the
digital display of the Multipad.
ü The unit is switched on and ready for exposure.
➢ Select the exposure program. Push the program selection key
forward
(A)
and backward
(B)
.
Ä The program number, the appropriate exposure time and the
programmed kV/mA values for the second patient symbol from
the left appear on the digital display.
Ä
The exposure program is selected.
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