X-ray tube and receiver inside mouth
US9173623B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/542
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and a device for low x-ray radiation dosage while taking x-ray images of a patient's teeth is disclosed. The method includes use of an x-ray source and receiver positioned at least partially inside the patient's mouth. The device includes an x-ray source and receiver attached together by a bite holder and configured to both be disposed at least partially inside the patient's mouth across a tooth while taking x-ray images of a patient's tooth.
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