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Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User Manual

Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Planmeca ProMax ® 2D S3 user's manual 2D tomography...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Before exposure ........................13 Selecting exposure settings ....................... 14 Patient positioning ........................19 Adjusting image position and angle ................... 23 Patient positioning with impression plate ................... 26 Taking an exposure ........................27 User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 4 IEC 60364 - equipment is used according to the operating instructions. Planmeca pursues a policy of continual product development. Although every effort is made to produce up-to-date product documentation this publication should not be regarded as an infallible guide to current specifications. We reserve the right to make changes without prior notice.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Settings > About > 4100 Component Information > ProMax SW version. NOTE Refer to the Planmeca ProMax 2D User’s Manual for any general information about the X-ray unit. The tomographic programs produce cross-sectional or longitudinal exposures from the jaws or temporo- mandibular joints (TMJs).

  • Page 6: Main Parts

    2 MAIN PARTS 2 MAIN PARTS 2.1 Patient supports Bite piece Chin rest Adapter Chin support Temple supports Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 7: Touch Screen

    • Right button: To view two program bars on top of each other, select the right button at the bottom of the main screen. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 8 The selected option is highlighted. To deselect an option, touch the button or field again (or select an other option if available). NOTE Do not use sharp objects to operate the touch screen. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 9 You can switch demo mode on if you wish to practice or demonstrate the functions of the X-ray unit without radiation (Settings > User > 1300 Operational settings > 1310 Use Mode > 1311 Set Demo Mode). User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 10: Patient Positioning Controls

    Clear any obstruction before moving the column again. NOTE When positioning wheelchair patients always first move the X-ray unit down before you position the patient in the unit. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 11 5.4 “Adjusting image position and angle” on page 23. C-arm rotation buttons The buttons are used for adjusting the imaging angle as described in section 5.4.2 “Adjusting front light (X laser)” on page 25. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 12: Programs

    The angle of the first exposure is the selected angle +7° counterclockwise, and the angle of the third exposure is the selected angle +7° clockwise. NOTE The selected image position is in slice no. 2. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 13: Longitudinal Programs

    The angle of the first exposure is the selected angle +7° counterclockwise, and the angle of the third exposure is the selected angle +7° clockwise. NOTE The selected image position is in slice no. 2. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 14: Combined Programs

    TMJ area. The movement step between cross-sectional slices is adjustable, and it can be 3, 6 or 9 mm. NOTE The selected image position is in slice no. 2. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 15 The angle of the first cross-sectional exposure is the selected angle +7° counterclockwise, and the angle of the third cross-sectional exposure is the selected angle +7° clockwise. NOTE The selected image position is in slice no. 2. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 16: Preparations For Exposure

    Planmeca Romexis program • you have prepared the patient for the exposure. Refer to the Planmeca ProMax 2D User’s Manual for details. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 17: Tomographic Exposure

    For TMJ exposures, insert the chin support (1) into the adapter (3). Insert the adapter (3) into the holes in the patient support table. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 18: Selecting Exposure Settings

    NOTE The exposure values will automatically change according to the selected patient size, program type and image position. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 19 PATIENT SIZE Child (XS) Small adult (S) Medium-sized adult (M) Large adult (L) Extra large adult (XL) NOTE Refer to the corresponding cross-sectional / longitudinal exposure values for combined programs (cross-sectional + longitudinal). User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 20 NOTE To adjust the preset exposure values permanently, select Settings > Program > 2100 Programs. Refer to section “Program settings” in the Planmeca ProMax 2D User’s Manual for details. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 21 The icon shows four bars each representing one slice. For example, to take two slices select only two bars. NOTE This option is available for program types “1-4 Cross- sectional” and “1-4 Longitudinal”. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 22 Touch the other jaw side to select a position on that side. NOTE The selected image position is in slice no. 1 or 2 depending on the program type in use. Refer to section 3 “PROGRAMS” on page 8 for details. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 23: Patient Positioning

    If needed, the full view position (right button) can be disabled (Settings > User > 1300 Operational settings > 1330 Patient positioning). This might be necessary if there is no space for the C-arm to move back. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 24 The patient's nose must rest on top of the support and their mouth must be closed, and their teeth must be together. Press the temple support button to close the temple supports. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 25 Tomo ON. Exposure of lower jaw (teeth area) • To take exposures of the lower jaw, position the lower edge of the jaw so that it is horizontal at the image position. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 26 TMJ exposure • To take exposures of the temporomandibular joints (TMJ = position number 9), position the Frankfort plane so that it is horizontal. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 27: Adjusting Image Position And Angle

    The X / Y coordinates and the imaging angle are shown on the left of the touch screen. The image position can be moved, and the imaging angle can be adjusted. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
  • Page 28 • Move the positioning joystick towards you (1) or away from you (2). The side light (i.e. the image position as seen from the side) will move accordingly on your patient’s face. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)
  • Page 29 (1) or counterclockwise (2). The front light will move accordingly on your patient’s face. NOTE It is easier to adjust the imaging angle if the patient opens their mouth slightly when you adjust the front light. User’s Manual (2D Tomography) Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...

  • Page 30: Patient Positioning With Impression Plate

    Adjust the tomographic positioning lights so that they cross on top of your marking. Refer to sections 5.4.1 “Adjusting side light (Y laser)” on page 24 and 5.4.2 “Adjusting front light (X laser)” on page 25 for details. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 User’s Manual (2D Tomography)

  • Page 31: Taking An Exposure

    5.6 Taking an exposure NOTE Make sure that you have selected the correct patient and exposure mode in the Planmeca Romexis program. Select the forward button. Green lights flash on the touch screen and exposure button when the X-ray system is getting ready for an exposure.
  • Page 32 The image is shown on the computer screen. • Note that you must accept the image in the Planmeca Romexis program. Refer to the Romexis User’s Manual. Guide the patient away from the X-ray unit. Planmeca ProMax 2D S3...
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