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There is no doubt that sensor-based radiography systems are still the most dominant type of digital-radiography system on the market in terms of units sold. However, over the past few years, another form of digital radiography, phosphor plates, has become increasingly popular. While Denoptix was the first player in this field, there are now systems from many major companies, such as the Scan-X from Air Techniques, the Paxorama from Orex, and the Sidexis from Sirona. In this article, we will examine the reasons why these systems may be an ideal fit for many dental practices.
For both dentists and staff, the transition to phosphor plates is typically much easier than sensor-based systems. The plates are often thinner than film and can be used in the existing RINN kit holders. The process of taking images is very similar to film: The assistant will take an image on a plate. Unlike sensors, there are no wires or cables that must be accounted for during image acquisition. After taking the images, the plates are carried over to a machine that resembles a processor. In reality, it is...