Can SK. 150 Teleradiography unit be used for various evaluations of the Maxillo-Facial Region ?

Yıl 1975, Cilt: 9 Sayı: 3, 271 - 283, 01.07.2013

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At present, Teleradiography in dentistry is mainly being used for orthodontic purposes. The evalutions in orthodontics as a common approach seem to be llmited to P-A and lateral views.

This study has been undertaken whether or not, different views of the skull can be obtained as a step towards diagnosis.

The equipment used for the study is SK. 150 roentgenologic unit made by Siemens Company, the specifications of this unit is as following. «The unit provides front and lateral exosures of the skull, which by reason of approximately 150 cm focusfilm distance (F F. D) and is relatively free of geometric blurring. With the use of cephalometer, which is equipped with appropriate fixing devices, orthodontic treatment, for example requiring diagnostic and comparative exposures over that period of time with identical and exact adjustment can be carried out.»

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