Switch to digital now and benefit in the long run.
X-ray film is on its way out. The digital future is here to stay.
Switch to digital imaging now and benefit in the long run.
With the discontinuation of dental X-ray film production, an era is coming to an end. Dwindling remaining stock and complex disposal processes make it clear that dental practices need to take action. The future of imaging is digital. And above all, this transition presents an opportunity: modernize your X-ray diagnostics, ensure long-term planning security, and benefit from efficient digital processes in your daily work. DÜRR DENTAL supports you in this with flexible solutions for your practice.
The transition to digital imaging does not have to be time-consuming or complicated. Whether you want to digitize individual workflow steps or comprehensively modernize your radiographic diagnostics, DÜRR DENTAL offers the right solution for a simple and cost-effective transition. Discover our solutions and find the path that best suits your dental practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ: Analogue X-ray films are in short supply – what does this mean for your practice?
Several manufacturers have ceased production of analogue panoramic and teleradiography films. As a result, the stocks currently available on the market will soon be exhausted. Many dental practices that still use analogue large-format X-ray systems therefore face the challenge of ensuring their long-term imaging capabilities
Some remaining stock is still available. However, availability is steadily declining and long-term supply can no longer be guaranteed. In many regions, retailers are already reporting limited delivery capacity or that stocks have run out.
If no suitable films are available, it may no longer be possible to take analogue panoramic and teleradiographic images. Many practices are therefore already looking into digital alternatives to safeguard their diagnostic capabilities in the long term.
No, not necessarily. Many analogue panoramic and teleradiography systems can continue to be used with digital solutions without having to replace the entire OPG. This allows existing investments to be retained whilst making the transition to digital imaging. DÜRR DENTAL offers a suitable solution for this situation in the form of the VistaScan Combi View, enabling practices to continue using their existing X-ray equipment cost-effectively.
Those aiming for a fully digital workflow in the long term can, as an alternative, switch to a new digital X-ray system. Which solution makes sense depends on the age, condition and future requirements of the practice in question.
The most important alternative to analogue OPG films is digital imaging using image plate technology. This involves using digital image plates instead of traditional X-ray films. The images are then digitally read out and are immediately available for diagnosis, archiving and further processing.
This solution is of particular interest to many dental practices, as existing panoramic X-ray machines can often continue to be used. At the same time, users benefit from the advantages of digital processes, such as faster access to images, digital archiving and future-proof technology.
Digital imaging offers numerous advantages:
- No need for analogue film
- Elimination of chemical development processes
- Faster availability of images
- Digital archiving
- Simplified sharing of images
- Future-proof technology
This retrofit is particularly suitable for dental practices that wish to continue using their existing panoramic X-ray system, whilst at the same time seeking to become independent of analogue film.
You can use our contact form to request a personal consultation, with no obligation. Together, we will review your current situation and outline suitable options for switching to digital imaging.
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