抄録
A digital X-ray device, Compuray®, was applied to the radiological evaluation of endosseous dental implants.
When the amount of exposure to radiation, the time required for image processing and the preserviability of images were compared, Compuray was found superior to conventional dental X-ray devices. However, the resolution of the images obtained by Compuray was slightly poorer than that by conventional dental X-ray devices. In addition, the range of field was narrower because the photosensitive area of CCD sensor was small. The positioning of the CCD sensor was also difficult because the sensor was thick and lacked pliability.
The above results suggested that the scope of clinical application would expand, if the size and thickness of the CCD sensor and the resolution of images are improved.
