enables the assessment of arch length and individual measure-ments of the dentition, contribut-ing to a comprehensive analysis of space within the digital workflow as in Figure 2. (Courtesy of Dr. Khoi Nguyen.) 3. Digital X-Rays Digital x-ray machines that can take Panoramic, Cephalometric, and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) are now widely available. Most of these 3-in-1 x-ray imag-ing systems come with an imaging software using a TWAIN interface, which enables integration with Schick, Dexis, VIXWIN, Apteryx, Eaglesoft, XDR, and Dolphin. 14 Many of them also include a bitew-ing program, which is good for patients who cannot tolerate digi-tal sensors intra-orally. However, bitewings taken with these systems are not as clear and of diagnostic Figure 1: Patient’s photos template in Dolphin imaging. Courtesy of Dr. Khoi Nguyen customize, such as Initial, Periodic, and Final time points. 13 (Figure 1) example, integrates dedicated soft-ware, such as Medit Design, within its comprehensive suite. This soft-ware facilitates various measure-ments, including upper and lower transverse measurements as illus-trated. Additionally, the software 2. Space Analysis Digital software has streamlined space analysis, offering quick and efficient solutions. Medit, as an Figure 2 Model CS 9600 i-CAT FLX v17 Planmeca Promax 3D DEXIS 3D Rayscan Alpha Plus VATECH PaX-i 3D Manufacturer Price range Features Scalable, 5-in-1 scanner with AI powered positioning; up to 14 FOV Mid-to large-FOV, low radiation dose Flexible 2D/3D system, adjustable FOV, ultra-low dose option Compact, easy to use, small FOV, fast scan time Multiple FOV, fast scan time, clear images Small to medium FOV for CBCT Carestream Dental $150,000 -$200,000 Dentsply Sirona Planmeca Dexis Rayscan Vatech $90,000 -$120,000 $80,000 -$100,000 $70,000 -$90,000 $70,000 -$80,000 $45,000 -$65,000 Popular digital x-ray machines that have all 3 features Panoramic, Cephalometric, and CBCT. Price ranges are found on company websites, dental equipment dealer websites and across the internet as of 1/3/2024. Carestreamdental.com; Voxeldental.com; Raytaiwan.com; Alliancedentalsolutions.com; integdental.com 18 Winter 2024 JAOS
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