DIGITAL SCANNING

1. Digital Imaging is Less Expensive

That's right: digital x-rays will cost you less because there is no cost of film. Remember the polaroid cameras? Yup, their film was expensive.

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A man is sitting in a dental chair holding an x-ray of his teeth.

2. Digital X-rays Offer Faster Results

Traditional x-rays printed on film take time to develop.

The digital x-ray sensor projects images onto a computer screen immediately.

3. Digital Radiography Produces Better Images

Think about pictures taken with film cameras, no comparison to photos you take now with your smartphone. The resolution is much better in digital imaging. Also, traditional x-rays project 25 different shades, while a digital image picks up variations of 256 shades of gray.

Digital x-rays take more angles inside the mouth, and the dentist can enhance digital images further for a clearer view.

A female dentist is holding a tablet with an x-ray of her teeth on it.

A woman is getting an x-ray of her teeth

4. The Digital X-Ray Procedure is More Comfortable

You'll be happy to hear that digital imaging procedures offer a more comfortable experience because you don't have to wear lead protective coverings. The digital sensor fits easily into the mouth, so there is no biting down on film for long periods.

5. Digital Radiography Exposes You to Safer Levels of Radiation

The most important benefit of digital x-ray is safety. Digital imaging may reduce radiation exposure for both the patient and the dental staff by up to 90% compared to traditional x-ray.