2D/3D patient positioning for VistaVox S and VistaVox S Ceph

VistaPano S 2.0 & VistaVox S

Introduction: Patient positioning for dental X-rays

Overview of the video series and the importance of correct patient positioning
Reference planes for 2D/3D images
Chin rests, accessories and hygienic reprocessing
Patient preparation and prevention of imaging artifacts

VistaVox S Ceph

2D standard panoramic image

Select standard panorama and other panoramic options
Set body type, jaw arch and SD/HD mode
Prepare the patient, select the chin support and align precisely
Take image and assess quality features

VistaVox S Ceph

2D bite wing exposure

Select standard, left or right bite wing exposure
Set body type, jaw arch and SD/HD mode
Select the holder for the bite block and align the patient
Take image and assess image quality

VistaVox S Ceph

2D sinus X-ray

Select sinus lateral or sinus PA image
Set image parameters and prepare the patient
Insert sinus chin support and align using laser lines
Take image and assess quality features

VistaVox S Ceph

2D Temporomandibular Joint Imaging (TMJ)

Select TMJ image and image parameters in VistaSoft
Insert TMJ chin support and align the patient precisely
Take series image with the mouth open and closed
Assess joint visualization and image quality

VistaVox S Ceph

Ceph/cephalometric images

Select Ceph lateral skull, Ceph PA/AP or carpus image
Prepare the patient for Ceph imaging
Positioning with ear rods, nasion
Take image and assess quality features

VistaVox S Ceph

CBCT full scan X-ray image

Select CBCT full scan, maxilla or mandible
Set jaw arch, body type, and HQ or SQ
Select chin support/bite block and align patient using laser lines
Assess the 3D volume

VistaVox S Ceph

CBCT 5x5 X-ray image

Select 5x5 FOV for the anterior, molar or premolar region
Select jaw arch, body type, and HQ or SQ
Select chin support/bite block and align patient using laser lines
Assess the 3D volume

VistaVox S Ceph

CBCT sinus image

Select CBCT full scan in VistaSoft and set exposure parameters
Select sinus chin support and prepare the patient
Align the patient in the median-sagittal plane and position the occlusal surface
Assess the 3D volume and full visualization of the sinus region