61 97 102 D3495
D3495
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201.03.07
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02 08.2011
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Sirona Dental Systems GmbH
5
Use of the X-ray Sensor
Operating Instructions XIOS
Plus
Sensors
5.4
Half-angle technique without radiation limiter
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Preparation
1. Plug together the gray guide rod made of plastic (C) and the gray
localizer ring (B) of the XIOS holder system for endodontic
exposures.
2. Select the gray sensor holder tab (A) for endodontic exposures and
plug it onto the guide rod (C).
3. Slide the sensor into the hygienic protective sleeve, When doing so,
follow the instructions for sensors. [ → 19]
4. Adhere the sensor holder tab in the middle of the active area of the
sensor to the hygienic protective sleeve as shown in the illustration.
The active area of the sensor is identified by dots on the sensor.
X-ray image
1. Position the sensor in the patient's mouth.
2. Place the X-ray tube assembly in the correct position. Change the
position of the sensor holder if necessary.
3. Release an X-ray exposure.
4. Discard the sensor holder tab and the hygienic protective sleeve after
completing the root treatment.
5. The guide rod and localizer ring must be disinfected.
5.4
Half-angle technique without radiation limiter
Half-angle technique without radiation limiter
Depending on the size of the tooth or position of the area to be exposed,
place the X-ray sensor in the patient’s mouth vertically or horizontally.
The patient may be asked to immobilize the sensor by holding it himself.
5.4.1
Endodontic Exposures
Endodontic Exposures
Explanation
A special universal sensor holder tab is available for exposures with the
half-angle technique.
● This universal sensor holder tab is color-coded green.
● The following illustrations show how to attach the sensor holder tab
to the hygienic protective sleeve with sensor.
Preparation
1. Slide the sensor into the hygienic protective sleeve, following the
instructions for sensors. [ → 19]
C
B
A
NOTICE
The endodontic needles and files can remain in the root canal for the
measurement exposure.
