--- title: SOTA Imaging Blog | Digital X-Ray Sensors description: Digital X-Ray Sensors | The SOTA Imaging Blog is the dental community's resource for dental news and best practices focused on dental imaging hardware and software. --- [![sotaimaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Sotaimaging%20Nov2016-Images/sota.png "sotaimaging")](http://sotaimaging.com/) [1-888-266-7682](tel:18882667682) [CONTACT US](http://sotaimaging.com/company/contact) [SCHEDULE DEMO](http://sotaimaging.com/demo) State of the Art Since 1987 - [Home](https://sotaimaging.com/) - Products - Intraoral Cameras - [Claris i5HD](https://sotaimaging.com/products/intraoralcameras/claris-i5hd-intraoral-camera/) - Digital X-Ray Sensors - [Clio Prime](https://sotaimaging.com/products/xraysensors/clio-prime-dental-xray-sensor/) - [Clio](https://sotaimaging.com/products/xraysensors/clio/) - Dental Imaging Software - [SOTA Cloud](https://www.sotaimaging.com/sota-cloud/) - [SOTA Image](https://sotaimaging.com/products/software/sotaimage/) - Aerosol Evacuator - [Cazoo](https://sotaimaging.com/products/aerosol-evacuator/cazoo/) - [Demo-By-Mail](https://sotaimaging.com/demobymail/) - Shop - [SOTA Store](https://shop.sotaimaging.com/) - [Promotions](https://sotaimaging.com/deals/) - Support - [Tech Support](https://sotaimaging.com/support/) - [Training](https://sotaimaging.com/training/) - [Drivers & Downloads](https://sotaimaging.com/resources/) - [Knowledge Base](https://sotaimaging.zendesk.com/) - Company - About Us - [SOTA Imaging](https://sotaimaging.com/company/about/) - [Testimonials](https://sotaimaging.com/testimonials/) - [SOTA Stories](https://sotaimaging.com/sota-imaging-success-stories/) - [Contact Us](https://sotaimaging.com/company/contact/) - Resources - [Resource Library](https://sotaimaging.com/resource-library/) - [Blog](https://blog.sotaimaging.com/) - [Home](https://sotaimaging.com/) - Products - Intraoral Cameras - [Claris i5HD](https://sotaimaging.com/products/intraoralcameras/claris-i5hd-intraoral-camera/) - Digital X-Ray Sensors - [Clio Prime](https://sotaimaging.com/products/xraysensors/clio-prime-dental-xray-sensor/) - [Clio](https://sotaimaging.com/products/xraysensors/clio/) - Dental Imaging Software - [SOTA Cloud](https://www.sotaimaging.com/sota-cloud/) - [SOTA Image](https://sotaimaging.com/products/software/sotaimage/) - Aerosol Evacuator - [Cazoo](https://sotaimaging.com/products/aerosol-evacuator/cazoo/) - [Demo-By-Mail](https://sotaimaging.com/demobymail/) - Shop - [SOTA Store](https://shop.sotaimaging.com/) - [Promotions](https://sotaimaging.com/deals/) - Support - [Tech Support](https://sotaimaging.com/support/) - [Training](https://sotaimaging.com/training/) - [Drivers & Downloads](https://sotaimaging.com/resources/) - [Knowledge Base](https://sotaimaging.zendesk.com/) - Company - About Us - [SOTA Imaging](https://sotaimaging.com/company/about/) - [Testimonials](https://sotaimaging.com/testimonials/) - [SOTA Stories](https://sotaimaging.com/sota-imaging-success-stories/) - [Contact Us](https://sotaimaging.com/company/contact/) - Resources - [Resource Library](https://sotaimaging.com/resource-library/) - [Blog](https://blog.sotaimaging.com/) ## [How Clio Prime Dental X-Ray Sensors Can Help Optimize Performance at Your Practice](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-prime-dental-xray-sensor) Posted by [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/sota-imaging) on 1/18/22 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/BlogHead_Prime_011822%20(1).png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-prime-dental-xray-sensor) As 2021 came to a close, Dental Products Report released its [Top 10 Technology Products of 2021](https://www.dentalproductsreport.com/view/top-10-technology-products-of-2021). Out of the thousands of products on their radar, Clio Prime made the cut! In fact, it’s the only dental x-ray sensor on the list. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-prime-dental-xray-sensor) Topics: [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-imaging), [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors) ## [Illinois Dentist Wins $500 in Dental Supplies and PPE](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-giveaway-winner) Posted by [Chloe Babauta](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/chloe-babauta) on 4/8/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/BlogHeader_SotaStore_PPE.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-giveaway-winner) We’re happy to announce Dr. Irfana Ilyas of Pride Dental is the winner of the $500 SOTA Store Gift Card contest! With her SOTA Store Gift Card, Dr. Ilyas of Somonauk, Illinois scored a [ComfyRay Size 2](https://shop.sotaimaging.com/products/comfyray-size-2-p-n-x00220?_pos=1&_psq=comfyray&_ss=e&_v=1.0), [USB extension cable](https://shop.sotaimaging.com/products/usb-extension-cable-3ft-p-n-e00236?_pos=1&_psq=usb%20extension%20cable&_ss=e&_v=1.0), Horizontal Bitewing XCP-DS Fit Bite Block, a pack of 50 KN95 masks, and seven packs of 3-Ply Level 2 Medical Masks. These accessories and PPE are the latest additions to Pride Dental’s SOTA arsenal — Dr. Ilyas uses [Clio digital x-ray sensors](https://sotaimaging.com/products/xraysensors/clio/) at her clinic. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-giveaway-winner) Topics: [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-imaging), [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors), [SOTA Store](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-store), [Customer Perks](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/customer-perks) ## [SOTA Imaging Launches Clio Prime Digital X-Ray Sensor](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-imaging-launches-clio-prime-digital-x-ray-sensor) Posted by [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/sota-imaging) on 12/7/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog_ClioPrime_120720.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-imaging-launches-clio-prime-digital-x-ray-sensor) SOTA Imaging announces the debut of the Clio Prime Digital X-Ray Sensor—the culmination of decades of digital x-ray sensor innovation—featuring EveryShot X-Ray Capture technology for superior image quality, a new capsuledesignfor extra durability and easy x-ray positioning, and built-in integration capabilities for a smooth workflow.   [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-imaging-launches-clio-prime-digital-x-ray-sensor) Topics: [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors) ## [Which Digital X-Ray Sensor is the Best?](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-digital-x-ray-sensors-featured-in-clinicians-report) Posted by [Frank Holman](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/frank-holman) on 11/19/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog_ClioSensors.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-digital-x-ray-sensors-featured-in-clinicians-report) Clio Digital X-Ray Sensors were featured in the November 2020 edition of Gordon J. Christensen Clinicians Report in an article that compares sensors by key features, price, and image quality, helping dentists determine which digital x-ray sensor is the best for their dental practice. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/clio-digital-x-ray-sensors-featured-in-clinicians-report) Topics: [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors) ## [Los Altos Dental Continues Tradition of Providing Free Dental Care in Cambodia](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/los-altos-dental-continues-tradition-of-providing-free-dental-care-in-cambodia) Posted by [Frank Holman](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/frank-holman) on 2/3/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Template%205.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/los-altos-dental-continues-tradition-of-providing-free-dental-care-in-cambodia) How do you give dental care to patients who have poor oral health but think their teeth are fine? That’s the challenge Dr. Bonnie Bateman and her team overcame on their recent dental mission trip to Cambodia. For over a decade, Dr. Bonnie Bateman and her team have gone on an annual dental mission trip to Cambodia. Their goal is to provide free dental care to Cambodians who lack access to quality dentistry and technology. This year, with the help of [SOTA Imaging](https://sotaimaging.com/), they were able to help over 400 patients. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/los-altos-dental-continues-tradition-of-providing-free-dental-care-in-cambodia) Topics: [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-imaging), [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors) ## [DentalTechup Reviews Clio Digital X-Ray Sensor](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-clio-digital-x-ray-sensor) Posted by [Frank Holman](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/frank-holman) on 1/15/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/clio%20review.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-clio-digital-x-ray-sensor) DentalTechup product reviewer, Aaron DeForest, DDS, released his review of the SOTA Imaging Clio Digital X-ray Sensor. The review is an extensive look at the sensor’s capabilities, including image quality, ease of use, and integration capabilities.  [DentalTechup](https://dentaltechup.com/) was created by Dr DeForest to assist dentists in making the most informed decisions when buying dental products and software.  [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-clio-digital-x-ray-sensor) Topics: [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors), [Intraoral Cameras](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/intraoral-cameras), [Dental Imaging Software](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/dental-imaging-software) ## [DentalTechup Reviews Claris i5HD Intraoral Camera](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-claris-i5hd-intraoral-camera) Posted by [N. Waln](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/n-waln) on 12/26/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Template%20post%204.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-claris-i5hd-intraoral-camera) Aaron DeForest, DDS, Founder of DentalTechup, reviewed the SOTA Imaging Claris i5HD as part of his video review series of dental products, highlighting the camera’s “crisp, clear images” and integration with SOTA Image software.  The goal of [DentalTechup](http://dentaltechup.com/) is to help dentists make their own decisions when buying dental products and software. While SOTA Imaging sent DentalTechup our products for review, Dr DeForest did not receive any form of sponsorship for his review. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/dentaltechup-reviews-claris-i5hd-intraoral-camera) Topics: [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-imaging), [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors), [Intraoral Cameras](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/intraoral-cameras), [Dental Imaging Software](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/dental-imaging-software) ## [Section 179 Gives Dentists Opportunity to Capitalize](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/section-179-gives-dentists-opportunity-to-capitalize) Posted by [N. Waln](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/n-waln) on 12/16/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog%20post%203.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/section-179-gives-dentists-opportunity-to-capitalize) Dentists who own their practice and have bought or financed equipment this year are eligible for big savings through the IRS Section 179 tax deduction.  “Essentially, Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and/or software purchased or financed during the tax year,” according to[section179.org](https://www.section179.org/section_179_deduction/). “That means that if you buy (or lease) a piece of qualifying equipment, you can deduct the FULL PURCHASE PRICE from your gross income. It’s an incentive created by the U.S. government to encourage businesses to buy equipment and invest in themselves.” [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/section-179-gives-dentists-opportunity-to-capitalize) Topics: [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors), [Intraoral Cameras](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/intraoral-cameras), [Dental Imaging Software](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/dental-imaging-software) ## [SOTA Imaging Offers New Promo at Greater NY Dental Meeting](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/the-greater-new-york-dental-conference-is-approaching) Posted by [N. Waln](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/n-waln) on 11/12/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20Template%203.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/the-greater-new-york-dental-conference-is-approaching) SOTA Imaging will be attending the Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM), December 1st - 4th, where the company is running a limited-time-offer bundle promo. [Read More](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/the-greater-new-york-dental-conference-is-approaching) Topics: [SOTA Imaging](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/sota-imaging), [Digital X-Ray Sensors](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/digital-x-ray-sensors), [Intraoral Cameras](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/intraoral-cameras), [Dental Imaging Software](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/topic/dental-imaging-software) ## [Run Your Practice Easier With SOTA Imaging's Best Deal Of The Year](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-helps-you-make-running-your-practice-easier-with-our-best-deal-of-the-year) Posted by [N. Waln](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/author/n-waln) on 11/12/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.sotaimaging.com/hubfs/Q4%20Bundle%20Promo%20Landing%20Page.png)](https://info.sotaimaging.com/blog/sota-helps-you-make-running-your-practice-easier-with-our-best-deal-of-the-year) For the end of 2019, SOTA Imaging is offering our lowest price ever on our digital x-ray sensors + intraoral camera bundle. This promotion includes any two Clio Digital X-Ray sensors and a Claris i5HD Intraoral Camera for nearly half the price. It’s one more step SOTA Imaging is taking to make the process of running a dental practice more accessible for our customers. 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