6 Using the device
5.
Adjust the device's height to approximately match the patient's height by sliding a finger on the
carriage up/down slider.
6.
Open the head support locking lever on the lower shelf, push the head support towards the mirror
and lock it leaning forward.
7.
Tell the patient to remove their glasses, hearing aids, removable dentures, jewellery, hair clips and
all other things that can cause artifacts to the image.
8.
Protect the patient from radiation according to the local regulations, for example with a lead
apron and a thyroid shield.
9.
Guide the patient to the device and instruct to stand as straight and as tall as possible.
10.
Ask the patient to grab the patient handles, place their chin on the Chin Rest and to press their lip
against the Lip Support.
NOTICE!
If the patient has wide shoulders that could collide with the rotating unit, ask the
patient to cross their arms when holding the handles in order to contract the soulders.
11.
Ask the patient to take a step forward to straighten their spine.
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