Evaluating hardware durability across different clinical setups
We are currently evaluating our operational overhead expenses across our three group practices in Ontario. One of our highest recurring tech expenses is repairing or replacing broken imaging equipment that gets dropped by busy assistants.
Every dental xray sensor we own seems to have a different vulnerability point, whether it is the cable connection or the internal housing casing. We are trying to figure out if it makes more sense to buy premium ruggedized hardware or stick with budget options that are cheap to replace.
The feedback from our clinical teams is mixed, with some preferring lightweight designs and others wanting pure drop protection. I would love to hear how other multi-operatory clinics balance initial capital costs against long-term operational durability.