SCAN EXAM 15
3. Using the system
3.4 Imaging plate holders
It is recommended that imaging plate holders
be used to ensure accurate IP positing and
consistently good images quality.
Using imaging plate holders improves image
quality because:
- the IP is positioned correctly in relation to
the tooth
- there is no positioning guesswork
- the IP is not bent and thus distortion is
eliminated
- the IP cannot move in relation to the X-
ray unit
- images are standardized and reproducible
- there is no overlapping nor cone cut off
- IP wear and tear is minimized
- image quality can be maintained irrespec-
tive of who takes the image
- time is saved and profi tability increased
Problems caused by manually positioning the
IP include:
- incorrect vertical alignment
- distortion
- cone cut off
- poor projection standardization
- inferior image quality
For more information on imaging plate hold-
ers and systems contact you dealer.
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