What does mammography equipment look like?

What does mammography equipment look like?

Kenneth W. Chin (M.D., F.A.C.R.) gives expert video advice on: How should I prepare for a mammogram?; What does mammography equipment look like?; What can I expect when getting a mammogram? and more...

Mammography equipment looks like a small x-ray machine with a paddle which is usually a clear plastic that can assist in compressing the breast tissue so that we can have a uniform image of the breasts.