Digital radiography: update for oral health care workers

Digital Radiography is an imaging system that does away with the use of films. It constitutes an advance in computer technology and has made a significant impact on the field of Maxillofacial- and Dental Radiology. This paper presents an overview of the basic concepts and applications of dental digi...

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Published inSADJ (Houghton) Vol. 59; no. 7; p. 293
Main Authors Noffke, C E E, Nzima, N, Chabikuli, N J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published South Africa 01.08.2004
Subjects
Humans
Radiography, Dental
Radiography, Dental, Digital - instrumentation
Radiography, Dental, Digital - methods
Technology, Dental
Technology, Radiologic
X-Ray Film
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Summary:Digital Radiography is an imaging system that does away with the use of films. It constitutes an advance in computer technology and has made a significant impact on the field of Maxillofacial- and Dental Radiology. This paper presents an overview of the basic concepts and applications of dental digital radiography and compares it with conventional film-based imaging. In addition, it provides a thorough understanding of the direct, semi-direct and indirect dental digital imaging systems with their advantages and disadvantages. Universal acceptance of digital radiographic imaging as a diagnostic tool makes it important for oral health care workers to understand the principles thereof and to master the techniques involved in acquiring a diagnosable digital radiographic image.
ISSN:1029-4864