(1)Digital sensors can be disinfected,sterilized,placed in cold sterilization,or be placed in barriers.(2)When using barriers,disinfect the sensor,cover both the sensor and the wire connection with a plastic barrier,and then cover with a finger cot to provide added protection.

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The sensors cannot be heat sterilized or placed in cold sterilization.In order to avoid cross-contamination,both barrier techniques and disinfection are required.Dental offices using direct digital imaging require plastic disposable barrier sheaths to cover both the sensor and the wire connection.The supplemental use of a finger cot covering the sensor provides added protection and is often recommended.

(1)Digital Sensors Can Be Disinfected,sterilized,placed in Cold Sterilization,or Be Placed