Are there additional methods to convert my existing intraoral X-ray machines?
To convert existing X-ray machines there are three basic methods in addition to TruImage™: 1. The use of a position-indicating device with the round cone that collimates the beam at the skin surface. This device is made of metal and is called the Masel Positioning Instrument. 2. A round cone can be converted to rectangular collimation by slipping a collimator on the end of the round cone. The collimator SAuItDumn 2005E itself will rotate at its base in order to properly align the now rectangular beam with the film/sensor. Such a device is available from the Rinn Company. 3. The use of a rectangular cone or BID. This cone must also rotate at its base where it attaches to the tube head in order to align the rectangular beam with the film/sensor. Rectangular cones designed to adapt to most models of X-ray machines even those 25 and 30 years old are available from the Margraf Company. Margraf is also the manufacturer of TruImage™ for IDI. How does this affect current intraoral X-ray exposu
