6 Troubleshooting
70 SOREDEX
206718 rev 9
Problem Possible cause Solution
The shadow of hard palate is
exposed over maxillary mo-
lars. Row of teeth has a
wavy appearance. TM joints
are exposed outward. Image
is not "smiling". Mandible is
imaged sharper than maxil-
la.
Patient head tilted back Check FH plane
Problem Possible cause Solution
Rows of teeth curved up-
wards. Mandibular incisors
are unsharp. TMJ joints ex-
posed high and are often cut
off from the image. Image is
"smiling" too much.
Patient head tilted forward Check FH plane
Problem Possible cause Solution
Middle area of the image too
bright and unsharp. Spine
shadow.
Patient's neck was not
stretched
Stretch patient's neck
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