Functional technology of Planmeca X-ray units
Simple, effortless patient positioning – successful radiographs
Patient positioning is made incredibly easy.
- The intuitive graphical user interface offers preprogrammed target sites and exposure values for different image types and targets.
- A triple laser beam system indicates the correct anatomical positioning in panoramic imaging: the midsagittal plane positioning beam, the Frankfort horizontal plane positioning beam, and the focal layer positioning beam.
- In 3D programs, positioning lasers and joystick are used for fine adjustment. A scout image can be used to verify correct positioning.
- Full view open patient positioning, direct visual contact, no need for mirrors, relaxed patient
- Side entry for easy access, patient standing or sitting, wheelchairs easily accommodated.
Intuitive controls for efficient workflow
Clear commands and graphic icons make the graphical user interface (GUI) very easy to use which allows for the user to focus on positioning and communicating with the patient. When imaging is completed a preview image shows on the main display.
Advanced 3D: High resolution, low dose
Planmeca ProMax 3D units offer different imaging modes for different needs. The high resolution mode gives very high resolution, but with the cost of higher dose. The low dose mode can be used for example in orthodontic studies. A special high definition program is developed for imaging of small size objects, e. g. ear bones.
Pulsed X-ray – increased 3D image quality, reduced patient dose
Pulsed X-ray of 3D units reduces patient radiation dose considerably and forms stroboscopic X-ray effect which, together with the short rotation scan, virtually eliminates artefacts, contributing to outstanding image quality. The total scanning time is 18 seconds for one volume, but the actual exposure time is only 3 seconds at shortest.
Advanced SCARA Technology
The Planmeca ProMax platform’s unique SCARA technology (Selectively Compliant Articulated Robot Arm) enables free image geometry formation. Planmeca’s patented, computer-controlled SCARA robotic arm can produce any movement pattern required, ensuring perfectly accurate and reliable image volume positioning and enabling image volume diameter adjustment in 3D imaging.
Improved panoramic image quality with Dynamic Exposure Control (DEC)
The unique digital Dynamic Exposure Control (DEC) automatically adjusts the exposure values individually for each patient based on their anatomic structure and bone density. DEC clearly improves the image quality by producing images of more consistent brightness and contrast. DEC is available both for panoramic and cephalometric imaging.
The Planmeca ProMax film unit can be equipped with the optional Automatic Exposure Control (AEC), which measures the patient's radiation transparency and correctly adjusts exposure values to achieve the desired film darkness and contrast.
Accurate panoramic images with autofocus
The unique Autofocus feature of Planmeca ProMax and Planmeca ProOne units makes the patient positioning practically error-free. Automatically positioned focal layer positioning uses a brief scout exposure and reduces retakes remarkably.
Self-diagnostic system for easy servicing
The self-diagnostic system continuously monitors the unit, and help messages with the language of choice guide the operator in the correct use of the unit. In addition, the unit control system records an event log, which in case of abnormal operation helps both the operator and technical service.