Introduction; Intended Use; Usage Environment - KaVo ProXam 3DQ Instructions For Use Manual

1 Introduction

1.1 Intended use

1.2 Usage environment

Instructions for use
This Instructions for use describes how to take 3D exposures.
The Instructions for use applies to KaVo ProXam 3DQ.
NOTE
This Instructions for use is valid for software version 3.9.14 or later. This
software version is compatible with Romexis software version 6.4.2 or later.
To check the software version of your X-ray unit, select Settings > About >
4100 Component Information > ProMax SW version.
The X-ray unit uses Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) to
produce three-dimensional (3D) X-ray images. Panoramic, cephalometric
and projection radiography techniques can be used for two-dimensional (2D)
X-rays.
The X-ray images can be used to examine:
• Dentomaxillofacial area
• Ear, nose and throat
• Cervical spine
• Other cranial anatomies
You need a PC with the Romexis program in order to save, view and modify
the images.
Make sure that you are fully acquainted with the appropriate radiation
protection measures and these instructions before you use the X-ray unit.
Note that your X-ray unit may not feature all the options described in these
instructions. Refer to section "Licences (2300)" on page 64 for a list of
available licences.
These instructions include options that may not be available in all countries.
NOTE
The X-ray unit may be used by health care professionals only.
KaVo ProXam is a trade name of Planmeca ProMax, manufactured for and
distributed by KaVo.
The KaVo ProXam X-ray unit uses Narrow Beam Tomography (NBT) to
produce two-dimensional (2D) X-ray images and the KaVo ProXam 3D X-
ray units use Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) to produce three-
dimensional (3D) X-ray images. Panoramic, cephalometric and projection
radiography techniques are used for two-dimensional (2D) X-ray images.
The images can be used for examination of dentomaxillofacial, ear, nose
and throat, cervical spine, as well as other cranial anatomies. The X-ray unit
is allowed to be used only under supervision of a health care professional.
This X-ray unit is intended to be used in a professional healthcare
environment such as dental offices, clinics and similar environments.
1 Introduction
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