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5 Operation
Dentsply Sirona
5.1 Acquiring the X-ray image
Operating Instructions Orthophos SL 2D / 3D
5. Switch on the light localizer F.
CAUTION! Risk of dazzle
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Depending on a preselected program and collimation, the laser
lines show the upper and lower edges of the volume on the
patient's head. If the desired exposure area is not located within
the horizontal laser lines, the blue bite block or the universal bite
block must be used, see "Positioning with blue bite block or the
universal bite block. [ → 100]".
To switch off the light localizer, press the key again. It switches
off automatically after approx. 100 seconds.
6. Align the patient with the central laser line G.
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The laser line reflects in the center of the patient's anterior teeth
or the middle of his face (mid-sagittal).
7. Align the patient's head as closely as possible along the occlusal
plane (C). Correct the patient's head inclination as necessary. Briefly
press the up A and down B height adjustment keys.
8. Press the temple support adjustment button I.
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When you touch the patient’s head, the temple supports stop
automatically.
9. Press the forehead support adjustment key (H).
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When you touch the patient's head, the forehead support stops
automatically.
Make sure that the patient's head does not move backwards
when placing the forehead support.
10. Check the patient's position and make any final corrections as
necessary.
11. Swivel the control mirror back into place. Press the right recess on the
touchbar D.
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The patient can see himself in the control mirror.
12. Instruct the patient to exhale, place his tongue against the roof of his
mouth, and hold this position until the end of the exposure.
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The patient is positioned in the unit.
Tip: You can limit the volume by selecting individual segments using the
quadrant selection, see "Adjusting the volume area and collimation
C
B
A
H
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