A High-Quality Sensor that's Compatible & Affordable

Faced with recurring issues using their existing intraoral sensors and practice management software, Dr. Jim Cox and his dental team in Cedar Rapids, IA, sought new sensors that could seamlessly integrate into their daily workflows while also being more cost effective.

“When we found the CARINA sensor, the combination of price and compatibility with our software won us over,” Dr. Cox said. “Once it is calibrated, it works without having to change anything or make adjustments between patients.”

Seamless Compatibility

The CARINA 1.5 Digital Intraoral Sensor, exclusively available through Henry Schein, features premium technology to deliver optimal performance at an affordable value. Using CARINA sensors with Dentrix practice management software and the existing imaging software in his office, Dr. Cox appreciated the sensor’s ease of use, requiring no learning curve for his team to enhance the efficiency of their imaging procedures.

“Sometimes, certain brands aren’t as compatible, which becomes more steps to set everything up,” he said. “Now, when we're ready to take x-rays, we just open a Dentrix window and go to work. Each of our 4 hygienists have their own sensor, and we can do that because of CARINA’s price point. We don’t have to unplug and replug them in for each of the rooms; they are ready to go, and there are no concerns about the sensor’s connection.”

Comfort Meets Durability

In addition, the CARINA digital sensor offers outstanding image quality while reducing the number of retakes and the amount of radiation exposure. “The image quality is excellent and always consistent,” Dr. Cox said. “It is quick and easy to capture bitewings, and it is probably the most valuable for full-mouth series. It makes doing a set of x-rays that much easier.”

The sensor also features a one-size, ergonomic design, and its smooth edges and clipped corners effectively improve patient comfort. “It seems quite durable,” Dr. Cox added. “We have not had any issues with wire breakage or patient bite, and for our patients, it has been business as usual with no complaints.”

The CARINA 1.5 Digital Intraoral Sensor starter kit includes 1 CARINA sensor, 100 disposable barrier sleeves to prevent cross-contamination between patients, a positioning system to help align the x-ray source beam with the sensor and anatomy, and a user guide to help dental professionals become familiar with the sensor and its techniques prior to patient care. The sensors are also backed by a generous 2-year warranty.

Clear, Consistent Image Quality

Dr. Cox concluded, “In general, we have had good luck with our sensors. CARINA has great durability and clear, consistent image quality, and the fact that it works so well with Dentrix software is just really nice.”