I Just Don't Understand

One of the dentists on a previous dental forum that I used to participate with  posted the following note:

We just replaced a failing Peri Pro III to do our conventional films and pans. The unit we got is an Image Max. Got the OK from Marty and gave it a try. Staff loves it and the fact that it gives us dry pans is a welcome improvement from the tanks. Very happy with it and if any other old farts are looking for a processor I would give this a look. Maintenance is very easy…all the solutions move and the film stays put.

Old dentists discussing old and potentially dangerous technology. I was one of the first dentists in the country to purchase Digital Radiography in 1995. The beauty of this technology is that there is no pollution when disposing of old chemicals, there is less exposure to radiation and the information from the x-rays are more clearly visible and can be managed better ie no film x-rays on the floor to be lost for the patient forever.

Why are these dentists continuing to use ancient technology? CHEAP is the only answer.

When will patients rise up and demand excellence from the people that are supposedly taking care of them?

I would never be treated in a dental office that takes pride in using out dated techniques, materials or technology.

Don't say that you haven't been told.