The introduction of computers and specific software in Radiology has been extremely useful and innovative.These technologies have allowed a reduction in radiation dose administered to the patient, regarding both the RX intraoral (inside the mouth) and the orthopantomogram (dental panoramic view) compared to traditional analogue radiology, which develops the image on celluloid film.

Other advantages regard the immediate observation of radiographic images.

Immediacy of viewing the image on the computer is a significant clinical advantage. Images can be taken, immediately examined, deleted, corrected, enhanced and printed, which allows for a safer and more rapid diagnosis during the same dental visit.