Patent ID: 6190042
Filing Date: 2001-02-20
Classification: A61B,G03B

Abstract:
An aiming device for performing dental radiography procedures, comprising:a bite block having a film holder angularly attached to a first end of the bite block;a guiding rod having a distal end angularly attached to a second end of the bite block;an aiming ring for receiving a dental radiography device; anda sliding member for securing the aiming ring in a perpendicular relationship with the guiding rod while allowing the aiming ring to move on an axis parallel with the guiding rod;wherein the film holder is fixed at the first end of the bite block with a first predetermined angle .alpha. with respect to a biting surface of the bite block, such that .alpha..noteq.90.degree., and wherein the distal end of the guiding rod is fixed at the second end of the bite block with a second predetermined angle .beta. with respect to the biting surface of the bite block, such that .alpha.+.beta.=90.degree..