Roselle, Ill.--September 15, 2009 – Planmeca, USA, Inc., has introduced a new player in the digital intraoral x-ray field—the Prosensor Digital Imaging System.The Planmeca ProSensor combines durability with an enhanced functionality and mobility that other digital imaging systems cannot match, said Bob Pienkowski, president, Planmeca USA, Inc.
The ProSensor uses the latest Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor technology while offering dentists advanced design features that deliver a technologically advanced product and superior imagery.
Pienkowski explained that “the ProSenor was designed to withstand the rigorous use that frequently occurs in a dental office. The cable is strengthened with Kevlar, and inside the cable there are only two wires. This construction has proved extremely durable in testing consisting of bending the cable more than 100,000 times.”
The active imaging area of the sensor extends to the whole surface for maximized imaging performance. Hermetically sealed, the sensor can be fully immersed in disinfectant for effective infection control and prevention.
The ProSensor is available in three sizes – 0, 1, and 2 – and each is easily distinguished from one-another with a clear symbol on the magnetic connector, assisting the ease of use. Each size correlates to the type of patient a dental office will treat: 0 for pediatric patients; 1 for older children and teens and 2 for adults. Each sensor is among the thinnest on the market today and the size 2 sensor is designed with rounded edges to improve patient comfort.
The sensors are connected to a single, elegant interface box with a magnetic connector – a new application in the dental market and exclusive to Planmeca, said Pienkowski. And,Planmeca’s sensor technology allows dentists to process images immediately, creating a quicker response for patients and enhancing dental office efficiency.
The magnetic connector allows easy connection and convenient one-hand operation ensuring the sensor is always correctly inserted. Moreover, it enhances not only usability but also safety, in case the X-ray source or patient moves drastically, the connection is instantly interrupted to eliminate the risk of compromising the durability of the sensor.
The interface box features LED lights which change colors to indicate the state of the sensor system guiding the user and ensuring successful image acquisition and better image quality. When connected to the LED port on the interface box, the intelligent sensor monitors each step of the image acquisition process providing instantaneous feedback through the display of different colors to indicate current status of digital system.
The Planmeca ProSensor uses the latest imaging technology available continuing Planmeca’s tradition of cutting-edge image quality. The software displays all patient images in a single interface. Planmeca Romexis is fully compatible with industry standard DICOM and with other 3rd party software. It is pure Java based software that runs in various operating systems and modern web environments.
The ProSensor system has the ability to connect via Ethernet connectivity which allows PLANMECA to match the dentist’s network environment. More importantly, an Ethernet connection does not anchor a dentist to one connection.
“Dentists don’t have to be tied down to one USB connection with the ProSensor system--all you need is network connectivity and you have freedom to operate the system in any of your operatories,” Pienkowski said.
In addition, the Planmeca Prosensor features a five-year warranty program.
For more information, contact your authorized Planmeca dealer or call 1 630-523-2300. Or visit www.planmecausa.com for more information.
About Planmeca USA
Planmeca USA is the North American Subsidiary of Planmeca Oy, Helsinki, Finland. Finnish Planmeca Oy is one of the largest privately held companies in the dental equipment market. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Planmeca designs, manufactures, and markets high-tech dental equipment suitable for private clinics and teaching environment. Planmeca’s product lines include dental care units, dental X-rays, digital imaging and software applications.
The company has been a forerunner in digital imaging and advanced, computer integrated dental care concepts for years. Planmeca is strongly committed to R&D and innovative solutions. Planmeca delivers complete dental solutions with integrated high tech device and software options with exquisite design. Planmeca products are designed and manufactured in Helsinki, Finland, and distributed worldwide via a comprehensive network of dealers operating around the world. More than 98% of Planmeca production is exported to over 100 countries.
The company is well established on high-tech dental markets worldwide. Planmeca has considerable market shares e.g. in the U.S., Japan, and several European countries.
Planmeca, established in 1971, is the parent company of Planmeca Group, a group of companies in the field of health care, with approximately 2,300 employees.