Introduction
Unfors RaySafe introduces a new innovation for dental X-ray safety, designed for simplicity and daily use. It addresses the issue of radiation output changes over time, which can lead to unnecessary patient exposure. The technology allows dental practices to immediately recognize and act on any changes in radiation output, ensuring patient safety.

Radiation Safety
Dental imaging involves radiation, which poses a risk to patients. The ALARA principle emphasizes minimizing radiation exposure, as there is no safe threshold. The NCRP report highlights that radiation effects are proportional to the dose received.

Product Functionality
The Unfors RaySafe device is user-friendly, requiring only positioning under the X-ray beam and a single exposure. It provides clear status messages: OK, ATTENTION, or STOP, within 10 seconds.

Company Background
Unfors Instruments, established in 1994 in Sweden, is a leading manufacturer of diagnostic X-ray equipment measuring instruments. With subsidiaries in the USA, Germany, Singapore, India, and China, Unfors is a fast-growing company in the industry.

Specifications

• EMC tested according to EN 61000-6-1:2001 and EN 61000-6-3:2001
• Automatic power on/off with a display time of 60 seconds
• Battery life exceeds 2 years with typical use
• Display: 128 x 64 pixel LCD
• Size: 13 x 45 x 108 mm; Weight: <70 g
• Application range includes dose, dose rate, kVp, and exposure time

Installation Procedure
The initial installation is quick and includes a quality control test by an authorized service provider. Each X-ray machine requires its own Unfors RaySafe device due to machine variability.