Transcription (of iMessage exchange): “Hi, is this Paul?

Who is this

This is Erica from the dentist’s office. I got your number from your file

Pretty sure this violates Hippo but shoot your shot I guess

I’m not flirting with you. We have you on video stealing thousands of dollars of x-ray equipment”

    • rosymind@leminal.space
      2·
      10 months ago

      Nah, I’ve worked in dental. Those machines are insanely expensive. This is one hand-held unit for sale just under 3k, down from just under 7k . That doesn’t count the sensors, which are also crazy expensive.

      https://universadent.com/product/nomad-pro-2/

      Most offices have machines attached to the wall, which would be extremely difficult to steal. But a nomad is portable.

      https://dentimax.com/x-ray-sensor-comparison/

      Above is ONE sensor (most offices have at least 2) that costs around 7k. There are other neccessities as well, but I think you get the point

      • neonred@lemmy.world
        31·
        10 months ago

        Well, to be fair a few k is not expensive for medical equipment which is not a mass market, needs certification and usually lasts decades. It’s like no money.