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Informed shopping: what you need to know when looking for a direct digital radiographic system.(DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY)

Publication: Dental Practice Report
Publication Date: 01-APR-07
Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

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Now that the images from direct digital sensors are at least as diagnostic as traditional film--and offer many additional benefits both for the patients and the practice--the time has come to seriously consider incorporating them into your practice.

The parts that make up a complete are:...

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...digital radiographic system the digital sensor, the imaging software to process and store the images and the hardware, including the computer, monitor and x-ray generator. The company behind the system also is a key factor in the decision process.

Sensors

An important piece of the system to understand is the sensor itself. The sensor is what takes the place of the traditional film and determines the potential diagnostic quality of the obtained image. Two types of direct digital sensors are available: the CCD and the CMOS. The CCD (charged coupled device) requires a charge transfer from the sensor to the computer. It was initially the best choice for the best image, and still is a good technology.

The CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor system) is now considered by some to be the system of choice. It does not require a charge transfer, which increases the sensor reliability and lifespan. It also requires less energy to capture the image and is less expensive to operate. The reality is that both systems work well and can...

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