ImageWorks Panoura 18S Panoramic & Cephalometric X-Ray

Panoura 18S Dental X-Ray Features & Benefits

The Panoura 18S combines advanced panoramic imaging technology with streamlined patient positioning and flexible imaging programs. Designed for practices that perform routine dental, orthodontic, and surgical imaging, the system helps improve diagnostic confidence while minimizing retakes and patient exposure.

Key Benefits

• • Direct conversion Cadmium Telluride CMOS sensor
  • AutoFocus image reconstruction technology
  • Up to 50% patient dose reduction
  • Exposure times as low as 8 seconds
  • Panoramic and cephalometric imaging capabilities

 

Direct Conversion CMOS Technology for High-Definition Images

Image quality begins with the Panoura 18S detector technology. The direct conversion Cadmium Telluride CMOS sensor converts X-rays directly into electronic signals, helping reduce image blur and improve anatomical detail compared to conventional conversion methods.

Benefits of Direct Conversion Imaging

• • Sharp, high-definition image quality
  • Reduced image noise
  • Improved anatomical visualization
  • 16-bit image depth with 65,536 gray levels

The system compiles thousands of image acquisitions into a single panoramic study, helping clinicians evaluate anatomy with greater clarity.

 

AutoFocus Technology for Improved Diagnostic Accuracy

Patient positioning errors can affect image quality on many panoramic systems. The Panoura 18S addresses this challenge with AutoFocus technology, which captures more than 50 focal planes during image acquisition. This allows clinicians to optimize image reconstruction after exposure without requiring additional scans.

Benefits of AutoFocus Reconstruction

• • Correct certain positioning-related image issues
  • Adjust focal layer placement after acquisition
  • Optimize visualization of specific anatomy
  • Reduce repeat imaging requirements

The system also allows adjustment of arch size, arch shape, and focal layer position after exposure to better match individual patient anatomy.

 

Low-Dose Imaging with Fast Exposure Times

The Panoura 18S is designed to support image quality while helping reduce patient exposure. Direct conversion sensor technology contributes to lower dose imaging, while faster scan times help minimize motion-related artifacts.

Exposure Performance

• • High-speed panoramic mode: 8 seconds
  • Standard panoramic mode: 14 seconds
  • Up to 50% dose reduction
  • Reduced risk of motion-related retakes

Even high-speed scans can produce diagnostic image quality suitable for routine clinical use.

 

Panoramic & Cephalometric Imaging Programs

The Panoura 18S supports a broad range of imaging protocols for general dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery applications. Practices can perform routine panoramic imaging, cephalometric studies, TMJ examinations, and specialty imaging protocols using a single platform.

Available Panoramic Imaging Programs

• • Standard panoramic
  • Child panoramic
  • TMJ two-view imaging
  • Vertical bitewings

Available Cephalometric Imaging Programs

• • PA view
  • Lateral view
  • Carpus view
  • FMX Clipping for Additional Diagnostic Views

The integrated FMX clipping function can generate up to 18 individual images from a panoramic acquisition. This feature allows clinicians to review specific anatomical regions without requiring additional exposures and can help support documentation and treatment planning workflows.

 

Patient Positioning & Accessibility Features

Consistent patient positioning is essential for producing high-quality panoramic images. The Panoura 18S incorporates a three-point head support system and visual positioning guidance to help simplify setup and improve reproducibility.

Positioning Features

• • Three-point head support
  • Visual positioning aids
  • 800 mm vertical adjustment range
  • Accommodates pediatric and adult patients
  • Supports wheelchair-accessible imaging

The 800 mm elevation range allows the system to adapt to a wide variety of patient heights and mobility requirements.

 

Clinical Applications

The Panoura 18S is designed for dental imaging environments that routinely perform panoramic and cephalometric studies.

Dental Specialties & Practice Types

• • General dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Oral and maxillofacial surgery
  • Pediatric dentistry
  • Multi-specialty dental practices
  • Dental imaging centers

 

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ImageWorks Panoura 18S Specifications

Detector & Imaging Specifications

• • Sensor Type: Cadmium Telluride Direct Conversion CMOS
  • Pixel Size: 100 μm
  • Grayscale Depth: 16-bit (65,536 gray levels)
  • Magnification: 1.2 to 1.29 (Panoramic and TMJ)

Exposure Times

• • Panoramic Adult: 8, 14, 16 sec
  • Panoramic Child: 6, 11, 13 sec
  • TMJ: 4 × 2 sec
  • Cephalometric: 8, 10 sec

X-Ray Generator Specifications

• • Focal Spot: 0.5 mm
  • Tube Voltage: 58 to 82 kVp
  • Tube Current: 2 to 10 mA
  • Total Filtration: 2.5 mm Aluminum

Electrical Requirements

• • Power Supply: 120 VAC ±10%
  • Input Power: 2 kVA
  • Physical Specifications
  • Vertical Adjustment Range: 800 mm
  • Weight (Panoramic Only): 287 lbs
  • Weight (Panoramic + Cephalometric): 375 lbs