Radiography

Planmeca USA

Planmeca USA, Roselle, Ill, offers the ProMax 3D Max, which features cone beam technology that allows for full anatomical one-to-one visualization of anatomy without distortion. According to the company, this approach offers a significant improvement over film and 2D technology as a diagnostic tool for implants, orthodontics, and oral surgery. Selectively Compliant Articulated Robotic Arm technology is built into the ProMax platform. This robotic arm allows for precise imaging anywhere in the maxillofacial/cranial region.

Planmeca USA
(630) 529-2300
planmecausa.com

PracticeWorks Inc

PracticeWorks Inc, Atlanta, presents the KODAK 9000 family of products, a full line of digital imaging solutions designed to meet the diagnostic needs of any orthodontic practice. Orthodontists can choose from medium and large-field views with the KODAK 9500 System or use the KODAK 9000C 3D System to generate focused-field images. The 9000C system is also available as a pan/ceph system with one-shot ceph, upgradable to 3D. The units deliver anatomically correct 3D images, the software is designed to be easy to use, and a full-functioning image viewer allows orthodontists to share images with referrers.

PracticeWorks Inc
(800) 944-6365
kodakdental.com

Imaging Sciences International

Imaging Sciences International, Hatfield, Pa, offers the i-CAT® Cone Beam System. i-CAT technology is designed for rapid workflow with fast scan and reconstruction rates, and has an Amorphous Silicon Flat Panel Sensor that captures multiple fields of view—from full skull to single arch and cephalometric 3D view options. Included is the i-CATVision™ software, now with Quantum IQ™, that can be shared with colleagues along with scans of less than 50 MB. Clinicians can transfer scan data in DICOM to all major 3D imaging software programs. The optional Tru-Pan software yields panoramic views from 3D scans.

Imaging Sciences International
(800) 205-3570
i-cat.com

Instrumentarium Dental Inc (Soredex)

Instrumentarium Dental Inc (Soredex), Milwaukee, offers the SCANORA® 3D Conebeam X-ray system, which combines cone beam 3D imaging with four selectable fields of view, two 3D image resolutions (standard and high), and dedicated panoramic imaging via a dedicated CCD sensor. The AutoSwitch™ feature changes between panoramic and 3D modes at a press of a button. Three fields of view (FOV) and optional XL FOV allow selection of the proper image volume for each specific diagnostic task.

Instrumentarium Dental Inc
(800) 558-6120
instrumentarium.com

Sirona

Sirona, Charlotte, NC, offers GALILEOS, a 3D imaging solution that combines x-ray diagnostics, implant visualization, treatment planning, and patient communication in one tool. CEREC CAD/CAM Integration enhances implant planning through the visualization of the final prosthesis by CEREC, which can help improve treatment acceptance and increase productivity. GALILEOS enables a fast, comprehensive scan of the patient’s oral/maxillofacial region using a low dose of radiation; has a real-time evaluation window to scroll through 3D anatomy; and features an integrated diagnosis and planning system. It can also be integrated with current third-party software programs.

Sirona
(800) 659-5977
sirona3d.com

J Morita USA

J Morita USA, Irvine, Calif, offers Veraviewepocs® 2D/3D, which has digital 3D, panoramic, and cephalometric imaging options. The 2D model can be upgraded to 3D at a later date. With fully automatic settings, this unit is designed to deliver digital images of high clarity with low effective dose. For pan/ceph examination, new technology includes a variety of specialized programs to reduce shadows or overlapping of neighboring teeth for optimal jaw images. The unit also offers triple laser beams, power-assisted movement, and a panoramic scan time of 7.4 seconds. The 3D model has three options for 3D positioning. The Multifunction Cassette enables both panoramic and 3D images to be taken without changing the cassette. It also delivers high-resolution images of 125-micrometer voxels with several field-of-view options.

J Morita USA
(877) 566-7482
jmoritausa.com

Schick Technologies Inc

Schick Technologies Inc, Long Island City, NY, offers the CDR PanElite, which is designed to combine technology with ease of use. The CDR is available as both a pan and a pan/ceph unit; the pan unit has the added flexibility of a field-upgradeable ceph option. The CDR PanElite offers multiple imaging modes as well as motorized temple supports and a patented bite block design for simple patient positioning. Available through Patterson Dental Supply, (800) 873-7683.

Schick Dental Systems Inc
(888) 472-4425
schicktech.com

Vatech America Inc

Vatech America Inc, Secaucus, NJ, offers the PaX-Reve3D, a three-in-one Cone Beam CT, cephalometric, and panoramic x-ray unit. Its Free Field of View (FOV) function offers a customizable FOV from 5 x 5 to 15 x 15, extending the areas of diagnosis. Specific regions within the FOV are selectable based on the need or purpose of diagnosis. According to the company, the PaX-Reve3D has a small voxel size, a low x-ray dosage, MAR technology, a less-than-1-minute reconstruction time, and a FPD sensor developed by Samsung.

Vatech America
(888) 396-6872
vatechamerica.com

Gendex Dental Systems

Gendex Dental Systems, Des Plaines, Ill, offers the Orthoralix® DDE digital panoramic/cephalometric system. The Orthoralix® 9200 DDE has features including multimotorized movement, sophisticated sensor technology, and triple laser positioning and Automatic Exposure Control (AEC). The system also offers a full scope of panoramic projections and cephalometric options.

Gendex Dental Systems
(888) 275-5286
gendex.com

ImageWorks Corp

ImageWorks Corp, Elmsford, NY, offers the NewTom VGi and the NewTom VGi Flex 3D Cone Beam mobile unit. Both feature a field of view (15 x 15 cm) that captures the full volume of the dentomaxillofacial region, including full cephalometric images. A medical-grade rotating anode with a small focal spot presents the clearest images possible. VGi’s HiRes Zoom™ mode captures a voxel size down to .125 mm. It employs Safe Beam™ technology, which automatically customizes the radiation dosage specific to the patient’s size.

ImageWorks Corp
(800) 592-6666
imageworkscorporation.com

Suni Medical Imaging Inc

Suni Medical Imaging Inc, San Jose, Calif, offers the One-shot Cephalometric System. Its 0.9-second exposure time is designed to provide zero image distortion and no motion artifacts, and has the added benefit of low x-ray exposure for patients. Its area sensors allow for high-quality images. The One-shot Cephalometric is also upgradable to the Suni3D Cone Beam System.

Suni Medical Imaging Systems Inc
(800) GET-SUNI
suni.com

DEXIS

DEXIS, Alpharetta, Ga, offers the DEXIS® Digital X-ray System. The DEXIS® Platinum intraoral sensor features a direct USB connection, new image capture technology, and an ergonomic design. It is portable for use in multiple operatories and fieldwork, and its integrated USB functionality eliminates the need for adapters, controllers, or docking stations. The Platinum sensor incorporates PureImage™ technology—a combination of software and hardware components that yields 16,000 shades of gray and more than 20 visible line pairs—to offer image clarity, even when enlarged. The DEXIS software can be integrated with practice-management programs, digital pans, and cameras.

DEXIS
(888) 883-3947
dexis.com

Air Techniques Inc

Air Techniques Inc, Melville, NY, offers ScanX® Digital Imaging Systems, which use the same equipment and techniques as film to create digital images. Features include the ability to view images in as little as 4 seconds or an entire full-mouth series in less than 2 minutes, and to scan and automatically erase PSPs in the same continuous cycle using In-Line Erase. Three models are available: Classic for both intraoral and extraoral imaging, ScanX IO for intraoral, or the compact Duo. Intelligent Track Control using Visix software enables two users, treating different patients, to operate the ScanX simultaneously. Plates are designed to be easy to position, minimizing the need for retakes. Reusable PSPs are available in sizes 0 through Cephalometric.

Air Techniques Inc
(800) 247-8324
airtechniques.com

Instrumentarium Dental Inc

Instrumentarium Dental Inc, Milwaukee, offers the Orthopantomograph® OP30 digital panoramic x-ray unit. The unit is designed for dental offices and small imaging centers and features stable five-point patient positioning, optimal imaging geometry, adjustable anterior layer position with three positioning lights, a high-frequency tube head design, a high-resolution CCD imaging sensor, V-shaped collimation that optimizes image quality, and software tools designed to enhance diagnostic capabilities. It also features bitewing imaging.