December 10th 2024
With 9 modes and extremely accurate images, the EyeSpecial extraoral camera from Shofu is easy for any dental professional to use.
The 5 biggest misconceptions about imaging coding and reimbursement
November 10th 2015Dental technology and the material sciences are advancing at a rate never before experienced by the dental industry. It is difficult, if not impossible, for the average practitioner to understand and appreciate all the new “stuff” that has been developed and introduced to dentistry over the past 10 years. Things that not too long ago seemed like science fiction have now become reality.
Why the challenges of training are absolutely worth it
October 27th 2015Being an instructor in this age of technology is exhilarating ... most of the time. My favorite part about this position is seeing and hearing the excitement during the training when, all of a sudden, something clicks and the dentist or staff member becomes confident.
Top technologies for caries and cancer detection
October 12th 2015When it comes to technology and the integration of it, there are many ways to skin the “Technology Cat.” For many, it might mean integrating computers into your daily clinical routine. Or it might mean finally embracing digital radiography and adding that component to your office armamentarium.
How to ensure the entire team is on board with technology
July 28th 2015I've said it before and I'll say it again: Keeping current with technology is like trying to walk up the "down" escalator. If you aren't making a concerted effort to keep moving, you'll be headed in the wrong direction simply by standing still.
9 Things You REALLY Need to Know About Digital Imaging
April 8th 2015The first time you bought a computer, terms like server, gigabyte and RAM (among others) were probably somewhat befuddling. Every technological thingamajig has its own vocabulary and concepts, which can be confusing to those new to the device.
Understanding medical billing and its relationship with 3D scanning technology
March 26th 2015The world of medical coding and 3D imaging in the dental practice is shrinking every day, and Christine Taxin believes now is the perfect time for dentists to understand how medical billing can help grow their dental practice.
RAY Co., Ltd, announces new initiative and products, relocation to USA
February 26th 2015RAY Company (“RAY”), formerly a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has announced a new initiative to become an independent manufacturer of market-leading dental imaging technologies. In addition, RAY is debuting a new digital radiography system at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting.
Dr. Flucke talks about "how digital dentistry works"
February 23rd 2015With all of the advancements in the field of imaging for the dental practice, now is a great time for any dentist to sit down with his or her team and look at how the practice is using imaging and what upgrades might need to be made.
The state of digital radiography in the dental practice
November 10th 2014Dental Products Report recently talked to digital radiography experts about the current state of digital radiography, exciting emerging technology and products in the field, and what they believe could be coming in the future. Dental Products Report recently talked to digital radiography experts about the current state of digital radiography, exciting emerging technology and products in the field, and what they believe could be coming in t
Infographic: Digital radiography in the dental practice
November 10th 2014For years, there has been talk about digital radiography and why dentists and dental practices should make the switch from film to digital. We've heard the discussions about ROI. We've seen practitioners talk about the benefits of digital radiography for the environment. We've witnessed dentists tell us that digital radiography gives a the "tech-savvy" feel for their patients.
DPR tech editor gives thumbs up to the DEXIS CariVu transilluminator
October 17th 2014For years now, dentistry has been diagnosing, for the most part, interproximal decay in pretty much the exact same way. Since the introduction of the concept of the bitewing radiograph, the process of locating and diagnosing decay between the teeth has only gone through minor changes.
Inside Look: Diagnostics, efficiency, patient care at its best
August 27th 2014The DEXIS Platinum sensor was introduced in 2009 following the great success of the DEXIS Classic sensor. Since that time, the Platinum sensor and the DEXIS digital X-ray system as a whole, have gained many awards from well-respected dental publications, dental researchers, dental technology experts, and very importantly, peer-elected programs.