title: Filmless radiology--now and in the future.
abstract: Many changes have occurred in the technology used to acquire dental images. Most of the research has been directed to reducing radiation to the patient while maintaining excellent diagnostic quality. With the introduction of computer technology and monitors, the patient is exposed to less radiation while diagnostic capabilities for the dental practitioner are enhanced. When this exciting, emerging technology is more fully utilized in practice, there will be great benefits to the patient and the dental profession alike.
authors.forename: J N
authors.initials: JN
authors.lastname: Hadley
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D019252:Radiography, Dental, Digital / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods / Q000706:statistics & numerical data / Q000639:trends; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical; D014963:X-Ray Intensifying Screens