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There are several benefits to using digital radiography over traditional film
X-rays:
Less Radiation -- The equipment used in digital radiography exposes
dental patients to much less radiation. In fact, digital X-rays use up to 90
percent less radiation than film X-rays. While conventional dental X-rays are
relatively safe, digital radiography is an excellent option for those who take
X-rays on a regular basis or for those who are concerned about radiation.
Shorter Dental Appointments -- Digital radiography can also shorten your
dental appointment! With traditional dental X-rays, you'll have to wait while
your dentist develops the film. With digital radiography, the sensor develops
the picture almost instantly and projects it onto a computer screen right before
your eyes.
Higher Quality Images -- The standard size of traditional X-rays can make
viewing difficult, but digital radiography has done away with the "one size fits
all" mentality. Once on the screen, digital X-rays can be enlarged or magnified
for a better visual of the tooth's structure. Brightness, contrast and color can
also be adjusted, allowing your dentist to see small
cavities easier. If you need a hard copy of your X-ray,
digital images can also be printed out.
Transferring Dental Records -- Digital images can be e-mailed to a
dental specialist for immediate review.
Digital X-rays are taking away the expense and time needed to copy files and
mail them to another dentist, making it easier to
transfer dental records or get a
second opinion. As more offices are turning to electronic patient charts,
computers may eliminate the need to mail dental records altogether.
Environmentally Friendly -- Digital dental X-rays are better for the
environment! With digital radiography, no chemicals are used to develop film.
There's also no wasted space of a darkroom and no need to store film, which can
pile up in a dentist's files.
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