In today’s world there have been many advances in Dental Radiology. There are still practices that use film, are patients being harmed from the film? Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of Digital Radiology and direct imaging, as opposed to indirect imaging. (No specific products endorsed). Objectives: List the advantages of digital radiology and direct imaging vs indirect imaging List the disadvantages of digital radiology and direct imaging vs indirect imaging Identify the harmful effects of standard film used Define digital radiography How to communicate with patient the benefits of dental radiographs