Panoramic + cephalometric X-ray

Panoramic + cephalometric diagnostic package. A patient must attend the examination with a valid referral and previous test results (if any).

How is the panoramic examination performed?

Panoramic X-ray examination: shows the image of the jaw, mandible, temporomandibular joints and maxillary sinuses. It allows an overall assessment of the oral cavity, shows the image of both hard and soft tissues within it, and detects diseases at early stages.

It is performed with a pantomograph in the standing position. The Frankfurt plane is aligned horizontally relative to the floor, the patient chews into a special teether (or a sponge in the case of edentulous patients) to separate the jaw from the mandible in the image so that the structures do not overlap and allow the correct assessment of the condition of the tooth crowns.

How is the cephalometric examination performed?

Cephalometric X-ray examination: it is a skull examination in lateral or PA view used to assess the patient's occlusion and take the measurements necessary for selecting the dental braces.

It is performed with a cephalostat in a standing position with the Frankfurt plane aligned horizontally relative to the floor. The patient clenches their teeth during the examination, and a special ruler with a scale is placed near the patient's forehead for the orthodontist to make calculations.

Duration of examination: about 20 minutes

Preparation for the panoramic + cephalometric X-ray:

The doctor's referral to the examination is required

The referral should include:

• designation of the entity issuing the referral,
• patient details (full name, date of birth, sex, PESEL number, address and place of residence),
• surname and name(s) of the legal representative and the address of their residence, if the patient is a minor or a person incapacitated or incapable of informed consent
• purpose of and rationale for the examination
• preliminary clinical diagnosis of conducting a medical radiological procedure,
• signature and stamp of the person referring the patient for the examination or treatment.

A patient must attend the examination with previous test results (if any).

Important information

Panoramic + cephalometric X-ray - what you should keep in mind A patient must attend the examination with a valid referral and previous test results (if any). X-ray examination is not recommended in pregnant women. If necessary, appropriate measures will be taken to provide maximum protection for the pregnant patient. Product validity: 3 months from the date specified in the order confirmation

Test results

The test results are delivered immediately on CD/DVD.