Review of the Vatech brand OPG Panorex device
The Vatech OPG is one of the most advanced dental imaging systems used to capture 2D and 3D images of the jaw, teeth, and surrounding structures. It plays an important role in the diagnosis and planning of dental treatments.
1. Advantages of Vatech Panorex device
✅ High image quality and unparalleled clarity
• Use of high-resolution digital sensors, which allows for more detailed viewing of dental and jaw structures.
✅ Low Dose Technology
• Minimal radiation exposure to the patient compared to older devices, providing greater safety.
✅ High speed and automatic operation
• Image acquisition within seconds, without the need for long patient preparation times.
✅ 3D imaging capability (in CBCT models)
• Ability to obtain 3D images and cross-sections of the jaw and teeth for more accurate diagnosis.
✅ Auto-Focus for better image clarity
• Automatic focus adjustment to capture images with maximum accuracy and minimal errors.
✅ Ability to detect cavities, jaw joint problems and bone lesions
• Faster detection of tooth decay, jaw bone loss, wisdom tooth position and jaw and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems.
2. When is the Panorex device used?
✅ Diagnosis and planning of dental treatments:
• Examination of the general condition of the teeth and detection of extensive caries.
• Orthodontic planning to check the position of the teeth and jaw.
• Evaluation of wisdom teeth and detection of impaction.
• Examination of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems.
✅ Oral and maxillofacial surgeries and implants:
• Determining the amount of bone for implant placement.
• Diagnosing jaw fractures and assessing the need for surgery.
✅ Diagnosis of bone lesions and jaw diseases:
• Examination of tumors, cysts, and infections of the jaw bone.
• Diagnosis of bone loss in periodontal (gum) diseases.
3. What doctors prescribe Panorex?
• General dentists: To check the overall health of the teeth.
• Orthodontists: To assess the jaw and the position of the teeth.
• Oral and maxillofacial surgeons: To examine fractures and plan surgery.
• Implantologists: To determine the location of the implant.
4. Things the patient should follow before undergoing Panorex
• Remove all metal objects (earrings, necklaces, and glasses) before taking the picture.
• Inform the doctor if you are pregnant.
• You should remain still during the picture taking to ensure a more accurate image.
summary
The Vatech Panorex device is one of the most advanced dental imaging devices, superior to many other brands with high image quality, low radiation dose, high speed, and 3D imaging capabilities in some models. This device is used to diagnose diseases of the teeth, jaw, and temporomandibular joint and is prescribed by dentists, orthodontists, and maxillofacial surgeons.