Name: Things To Consider Before Buying A New Dental X-Ray Sensor
Uploaded: 2024-07-20T10:30:00Z
Duration: 2 min 30 s
Description: Explore essential factors to consider before purchasing a new dental X-ray sensor. Get expert advice from RepairGuru to ensure your investment is durable, efficient, and fits your clinic’s needs.

Are you going to buy a new dental sensor but not sure where to invest your hard-earned money? You are in the right place. In this article, we will help you choose the right dental x-ray sensor for you.

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Irrespective of your speciality, a reliable dental x-ray sensor is required for a better diagnosis and treatment. You have to choose the dental sensor that provides you with a high-quality image for accurate diagnosis and treatment, keeping your practice&rsquo;s needs and budget in mind. Dental sensor brands available in the market to choose from are-&nbsp;

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Gendex, KaVo IXS /Dexis Platinum orTitanium&nbsp;</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Carestream RVG 6100 / 6200 / 5100 / 5200</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Schick Elite /Schick 33&nbsp;</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Dentimax sensors</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Acteon Sopro SOPIX&nbsp;</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Apex / XDR</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Dentsply Sirona XIOS XG</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Owandy / OPTEO</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Planmeca ProSensors</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">Jazz</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc; text-align:justify">DuraRay</li>
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Your practice&rsquo;s needs can vary accordingly. If you are a pediatric dentist, you need a comparatively smaller sensor to fit comfortably in your patient&rsquo;s mouth, and for an endodontist, quality and resolution of the image become the foremost priorities to be able to read minute details. Accordingly, for other specialities, their practices&rsquo; needs might differ.There are various manufacturers on the market to choose from.

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Here are a few essential things to consider before buying a dental sensor:

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	<li style="text-align:justify">Cost: When you go out into the market, there are many dental x-ray sensors available. Their cost may vary, which is why it is essential to make a budget before.Cheaper sensors might be appealing, but buying dental sensors is a one time investment and the cheaper sensors might not deliver the high-quality image, durability and warranty as more expensive models.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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	<li style="text-align:justify">Image Quality: Image quality is a pretty easy way to tell if the sensor is worth your money or not. It is the most critical factor to consider in a dental sensor.Sensors with higher resolution will provide better image quality. To check the resolution of the image produced, zoom in on the image; if it looks clear, the resolution is high; if it looks grainy after zooming in, the resolution is low. Consider the sensor&rsquo;s pixel size as well as its dynamic range to ensure that it can capture a wide range of image tones and colours.</li>
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	<li style="text-align:justify">Compatibility: Make sure your sensor is compatible with your existing X-ray software and equipment. Some sensors require specific hardware and software to work efficiently. If the sensor is not compatible with you.&nbsp;the existing system, you have to invest again in software and equipment.</li>
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	<li style="text-align:justify">Warranty and support Responsive customer support is very important when you are buying something fragile and easily distorted. Look for a product with good customer support that is there to help you quickly when you face any issue.&nbsp;Look for a sensor that comes with a comprehensive warranty for a year or two.</li>
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	<li style="text-align:justify">Size and Shape: Dental sensors are available in various shapes and sizes. Factors that make the sensors comfortable for patient care:</li>
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	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Thin body</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">less bulky</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Smaller size</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Rounded borders</li>
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Factors that make the sensor uncomfortable for the patient are:

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	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Large sensors are very difficult to place in patients with smaller jaws and pediatric patients.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Bulky and thick body</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:decimal; text-align:justify">Sharp borders&nbsp;</li>
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Explore essential factors to consider before purchasing a new dental X-ray sensor. Get expert advice from RepairGuru to ensure your investment is durable, efficient, and fits your clinic’s needs.