Planmeca ProX 23
PREMOLAR AND CANINE EXPOSURE
User’s Manual
10.2.2 Positioning the cone
The angle of the cone is indicated on the scale located on
the vertical joint of the tube head.
The optional long cone can be attached into the short
cone. Refer to chapter 7.2 “Selecting the cone” on page 9.
Select the cone angle from the table below.
Position the cone according to the figure below.
10.3 Taking an exposure
Ask the patient to remain as still as possible. Move as far
away from the X-ray tube as the length of the cable from
the control panel permits. The distance must be at least 2
meters (6.6 ft) from the X-ray tube.
No one except the patient may remain in the radiation area
while the exposure is taken.
NOTE Maintain audio and visual contact with the patient and
unit during the exposure.
Check that the ready light is on.
Press and hold the exposure key on the control panel for
the duration of the exposure.
The exposure warning light will come on. You will also hear
the radiation warning tone during the exposure.
TEETH
ANGLE OF
INCLINATION
Premolars and
canine teeth
Maxilla +45°
Premolars and
canine teeth
Mandible -10°
Mandibular premolar and canine
Maxillary premolar and canine
READY
PRET
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SELECT
MODE
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