Last updated 8 days ago
In our recent blog posts we’ve discussed the benefits of digital dental x-rays. For more information, visit these online resources or call Suni Medical Imaging at (888) 840-1859. Since 1995, we have been a leader in digital radiography. Today, Suni manufactures and delivers high-quality digital radiography sensors.
- What are the advantages of capturing dental x-rays with cone-beam technology? Visit this link from PubMed.gov for more information.
- This article from a dental practice advisor discusses the benefits of digital dentistry.
Last updated 9 days ago
Dental sensors are used in conjunction with x-ray technology to provide dental professionals with valuable information about the structure, development, and health of a patient’s teeth and jaws—but with so many products available, choosing the right one for your practice is not always an easy task.
Digital dental sensors may be either wireless or wired depending on the manufacturer. While many individuals tend to think that wireless devices and simplicity go hand in hand, wireless sensors have a number of downfalls. For example, wireless sensors are often much larger in size than wired sensors, which means they are not only more difficult to handle but require a separate holding device. Unlike many wireless devices, the wired dental sensors available through Suni Medical Imaging are designed using rounded corners and larger viewing angles for increased patient comfort and optimal visual capacity.
Wireless signals are also not always reliable. In fact, many wireless sensors experience frequent signal interruption that interferes with the quality and efficiency of digital dental x-rays. In addition, wireless dental sensors must rely on an outside power source to enable continuous use. SuniRay dental sensors, however, are built to last using a reinforced cable attachment for maximum durability.
Unlike the wired dental sensors and digital intraoral cameras available through Suni Medical Imaging, wireless sensors often require dental practices to change their software. Luckily, the SuniRay digital dental sensor comes with a complete software package compatible with any standard Windows and USB equipped computer. In addition, our user friendly application can be easily integrated into most existing practice software programs.
Whether you are interested in the SuniRay dental sensor, the Suni3D HD extraoral imaging system, or the SuniCam II digital intraoral camera, Suni Medical Imaging is here to help. Visit our website for more information about our products or call (888) 840-1859 to get started.
Last updated 16 days ago
Investing in the SuniRay digital x-ray system can be a great way to help your dental practice grow—but as with any new technology, it’s important to understand how to use the dental sensors and software in order to achieve optimal results.
Before taking any x-rays, it’s important to ensure that the sensor is directly beneath the x-ray unit and approximately two inches away. Each sensor plate should be facing upwards towards the unit. After opening a specific patient and making a sensor tooth selection, the red horizontal bar will change to green, signifying that you can now capture an image. Activate the x-ray unit and select the corresponding tooth and an image should appear in the first tile in the program layout. The device will select the next tile automatically so that you can continue capturing images when the status LED is rapidly flashing and the Sensor Status Display window is green. Once you have finished capturing images, the collection will be displayed in a single layout.
If your images seem noisy or grainy, you may want to increase the exposure time on the unit or decrease the distance between the sensor and the unit itself. If images appear too dark, increase the distance to the sensor and decrease the exposure time. There are also three preset modules available for x-ray image enhancement.
- Low: Provides greater contrast without overemphasizing the edges on features. Low presets are ideal for looking for cavities or changes to the bone structure.
- Medium: Appropriate for a variety of x-ray imaging.
- High: Shows sharper features and images with less contrast. High presets are usually used for endodontic images or enhancing edges rather than contrast details.
For more information on using your dental sensors or dental x-rays, contact Suni Medical Imaging at (888) 840-1859 today. You can also visit our website to view more information about our SuniRay sensor.
Last updated 17 days ago
Suni sensors require least amount of radiation to capture diagnostic images.
San Jose, April 18, 2012— The SuniRay Digital Radiography System—designed and manufactured here is the U.S.A.—was shown in a recent evaluation to require the lowest radiation to capture a diagnostic-quality dental x-ray. With the concept of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) and recent clinical studies linking dental-x-rays to health concerns, using equipment specifically designed for low-radiation exposure is becoming more and more of a requirement for dental practitioners globally.
The recent study by the CR Foundation in Provo, Utah, showed the SuniRay System to be very sensitive to radiation exposure meaning that it required the least radiation dosage to produce a useful image. “In most cases, the amount of radiation to which patients are exposed is minimal, and everyday sun exposure delivers radiation to people that they are not even aware of, but, regardless of that fact, safety to patients continues to be a critical aspect in dentists selecting equipment to outfit their practices, said Paul Tucker, CEO of Suni.
The SuniRay System is designed with patient safety in mind. The different components of the Suni sensor and Suni’s proprietary sensor technology are married together in such a way that radiation is minimized providing a safer environment for both staff and patients. “This is the basis of Suni sensor development,” continued Tucker. “Suni’s combination of sensor pixel size, scintillator and fiberoptic technologies, a piece of everything so to speak, provides a diagnostic quality product that continues to rate high in the safety category.”
About Suni Medical Imaging
Suni Medical Imaging has been designing and manufacturing digital sensors for over 17 years and is the only Silicon Valley manufacturer of Digital Radiography Systems in the U.S. Headquartered in San Jose, CA; Suni manufactures and delivers high-quality digital radiography sensors under the Dr Suni Plus and SuniRay brands. For more information, call 1-800-GET-SUNI or visit www.suni.com.
Last updated 23 days ago
Digital dental sensors can be used to evaluate bone density prior to the placement of dental implants or oral surgery.
This video provides a closer look at how Suni Medical Imaging’s dental sensors aid in the placement of dental implants. Suni digital dental sensors not only allow for the creation of an accurate treatment plan but also enable the visualization of the implant after placement, ensuring that the head and neck of the implant are at the appropriate bone level. Learn more in this full video clip.
Suni Medical Imaging is a leading resource for digital dentistry products. For more information about our dental sensors, give us a call at (888) 840-1859.
