The ImageWorks Panoura 18S dental x-ray machine provides high quality images despite poor patient positioning. It features a 16-bit sensor for the highest contrast resolution, direct conversion of x-rays to digital for sharp images, and multi-focal plane position correction to select the optimal image layer from multiple focal planes acquired. This compensates for positioning errors. The machine also offers panoramic, cephalo, and carpus imaging modes. It has a compact design and the ability to upgrade from panoramic only to add 3D imaging capabilities.