Patent ID: 6540399
Filing Date: 2003-04-01
Classification: A61B,G03B

Abstract:
A dental x-ray bite block for securing an x-ray sensor, comprising:a first block section having a primary clamp face; a second block section having a secondary clamp face; said first block section configured with receiving means to receive said second block section, such that said primary and said secondary clamp faces are positioned in a spaced, opposing relation when said second block section is received within said first block section; and, adjustable securing means for affixing the position of said second block section relative to said first block section when received therein, wherein said first block section is configured to receive an x-ray guide arm, and wherein said first block section is configured to receive an x-ray guide arm by having at least one aperture to receive at least one pin carried by said x-ray guide arm.