The average time savings are five minutes per image. Over the course of a year this equates to substantial savings. Patients will notice a difference immediately since the waiting time for x-rays drops dramatically. It is easier for the dentist to provide information on the diagnosis as well as justify the proposed treatment while the image is displayed on the monitor. There are additional advantages for the dental office.
Scheduling is simplified while the darkroom becomes available for other purposes.
The system is delivered network ready and will integrate with selected practice management systems. Images may be printed. They may also be transferred in digital format, via modem, network or removable media. The choice between conventional and digital x-ray technology is also an environmental one. The environmental concerns associated with x-rays pertain to processing chemicals and radiation exposure levels.