Universal Dental X-Ray Media Holder With Adjustable Bite Block
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Solution Overview
Problem
Dental professionals face challenges in securely positioning various sizes, shapes, and configurations of x-ray image media during procedures, requiring multiple holders for different types and procedures, which is time-consuming and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A universal dental x-ray image media holder with a moveable bite block and backing plate, featuring channels and locking mechanisms, allows for adjustable positioning and securement of different media types, enabling use in multiple x-ray procedures with a single holder.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple specialized holders are used for different image media sizes and configurations, then secure positioning is achieved, but device complexity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is designed with a universal backing plate that can accommodate multiple image media sizes (size 0, 1, 2, 3 sensors and various film sizes) through a single device. The standardized mounting interface and adjustable positioning mechanisms allow one holder to perform the function of multiple specialized holders, eliminating the need to stock different holders for different media types while maintaining secure positioning for all configurations
2Reliability
If multiple specialized holders are used for different procedures, then proper positioning for each procedure is achieved, but time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder incorporates multiple positioning indicators and adjustable components that can be configured for different x-ray procedures (periapical, bite-wing, occlusal) using a single device. The standardized interface allows quick adaptation between procedures without requiring selection from multiple specialized holders, reducing the time to prepare for different procedures while maintaining accurate positioning
3Device complexity
If a universal holder is used for all image media, then device complexity is reduced, but positioning precision may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The holder features procedure-specific positioning indicators and adjustable mounting positions that provide localized precision for each x-ray type. The backing plate includes multiple predetermined positions and orientation markers that ensure accurate positioning for periapical, bite-wing, and occlusal procedures, maintaining manufacturing precision equivalent to specialized holders while using a single universal device
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AI summary
A dental x-ray image media holder comprising: a backing plate affixed to a bite block, the backing plate including a least one channel for receiving a post affixed to the bite block, such that the bite block can be selectively moved within the channels to orient the bite block in a predetermined position relative to the backing plate; and a plurality of indicia, such that at least one of the indicia is used to indicate a first position of the bite block relative to the backing plate, the first position being associated with a predetermined first dental imaging procedure; and a locking member configured to prevent rotational movement of the bite block along a post axis upon engagement of the locking member.