Using intra-oral sensors to take radiographs in your offices? There are two things you don’t want to hear: 1) a sensor is down or 2) we need more sensors.
Why do intra-oral sensors fail?
Intra-oral sensors are like cell phones. They are the single most handled piece of technology in any dental office. It’s generally the same story when they stop working; manufacturing defects, software issues, and general wear and tear can all make a sensor usable. Regardless of why they stop working, the DSO pays the price. Left without a vital clinical tool, there is a ripple effect in patient flow until that sensor is replaced. This can make the cost of downtime as much of a consideration as the cost of replacing a sensor.
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