The author reflects on the evolution of dental X-ray equipment. He criticizes the slow technique of exposing mounted radiographs at dental operatories. He cites several of the benefits of a new generation of X-ray machines like the NOMAD Pro2 from Aribex, BIOX from Digimed, and iRayD3 from Dexcowin, including safety and protection, practicality, and savings in capital cost. He acknowledges the introduction of digital technology which delivered diagnosis-enhancing images with superior quality.