X-rays are one of the most common, and important, diagnostic tools used in medical industry.
Traditional X-rays are exposed and developed as film. To do this, a variety of chemicals – many of them quite toxic in high quantities – are needed to properly develop the images. These chemicals often find their way into the environment, especially if proper disposal isn’t adhered to. Digital X-rays avoid film altogether. This not only circumvents the problem of toxic chemicals, but also produces less overall waste. Film, and the chemicals needed to develop it, comes in various layers of packaging, and all require storage. Each layer of packaging and protective covering is just more waste to make its way into landfill. Digital radiography presents a much more environmentally friendly alternative to these traditional imaging techniques. We use only the best (Fujifilm Digital X-Ray) in our practice.