Patent ID: 7261463
Filing Date: 2007-08-28
Classification: A61B,G03B

Abstract:
1. A method for positioning an electronic dental x-ray sensor having a signal lead in a dental patient's mouth, comprising the steps of: selecting a film positioner assembly having an easel supported on a formed rod; assembling the electronic sensor to the film positioner assembly to form a sensor assembly; covering the sensor assembly with a syringe sleeve; and positioning the sensor assembly so that the electronic sensor is in position in the patient's mouth for recording an x-ray image; wherein the step of assembling comprises the steps of: attaching a first side of an adhesive pad to the outer side of the easel of the film positioner assembly; attaching the electronic sensor to a second side of the adhesive pad; and routing the signal lead away from the electronic sensor and along the formed rod of the film positioner assembly.