It's logical

Digital technology is constantly evolving. Ten years ago, analogue technology was still in the lead, but now mobile phones have replaced our compact film and even digital cameras. The same applies to digital imaging in dentistry: it’s a logical step forward because of the quality, the convenience and instant availability of the images, and the ability to easily share the images. At a time when most practices use digital patient records, why would you want to have physical copies of the radiographs with all the space requirements?’

I centre my entire practice set-up around the patient and patient comfort during treatment is paramount; that’s why I have chosen to use phosphor plates as they are as flexible as film in their usage and much more comfortable in the mouth than imaging sensors. A big talking point is the fact that digital radiography is less harmful to the patient. Thanks to the digital processing, developing errors are an issue of the past and, despite HTM 01-05, digital imaging creates less waste than conventional film, so it’s good for the environment.