Planmeca ProMax 3D Mid User Manual page 50

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT (TMJ) EXPOSURE
Amber exposure
indicator light
9.1.3 Second exposure - jaw open
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NOTE Maintain audio and visual contact with the patient and
Green ready
indicator light
The green indicator lights and the word READY will flash
while the unit moves to the ready position. They will stop
flashing when the unit has reached the ready position.
The Romexis program will now show the Waiting for
Exposure message on the computer screen.
Ask the patient to stand as still as possible.
Move to a protected area.
Press and hold down the exposure button for the duration
of the exposure. The C-arm will move through one
complete exposure cycle and then automatically return to
the ready position. The temple supports will remain closed
and hold the patient in position for the second exposure.
During the exposure cycle the radiation warning lights on
the exposure switch and on the control panel will come on
and you will hear a radiation warning tone.
unit during exposure. If the C-arm stops moving
during exposure, or moves in an erratic way, release
the exposure button immediately.
Ask the patient to open their mouth as wide as possible.
Make sure that the patient's upper lip is still touching the
chin support.
When you are ready to take the second exposure touch
the Ready field on the main display.
On the exposure button and on the control panel a green
indicator light will come on. Additionally, the word READY
will be shown on the control panel display. The Romexis
program will show the Waiting for Exposure message on
the computer screen.
Ask the patient to stand as still as possible.
Move to a protected area.
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