Why are dental x-rays a crucial step in any treatment process?
Besides getting a physical examination, dental X-rays facilitate dentists to get an in-depth understanding of your teeth’s condition at a structural level. By providing a visual projection of underlying teeth and gum problems, dentists can provide suitable solutions before problems worsen or require more extensive treatment.
What type of issues do dental X-rays often uncover?
Dental x-rays often detect issues that aren’t always visible to the naked eye such as signs of bone loss around the teeth and gums, early detection of tooth decay or cavities, gum disease, and the possibility of impacted teeth, among others.
What does the dental X-ray process involve?
Step 1: Prior to a dental X-ray, patients will have to remove any metal objects on them such as chains, jewellery, keys, and so on.
Step 2: Next, patients will be requested to put on a dental vest before the x-ray, which is a heavily padded garment that covers the upper chest, arms, and back to protect them from radiation exposure.
Are dental X-rays safe?
Our digital X-ray machines emit very low amounts of radiation. Regular maintenance and routine checks are done to ensure the machines operate in a safe environment.
What happens after a dental X-ray?
After a dental X-ray, our dentists will devise the best treatment plan for your condition before it becomes more serious so that you can have healthy teeth and gums again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our digital X-ray machines emit very low amounts of radiation. Regular maintenance and routine checks are done to ensure the machines operate in a safe environment.
A panoramic X-ray in dentistry is a 2D dental X-ray that captures the entire mouth in a single image. This type of X-ray helps you diagnose dental issues that are not visible to the naked eye such as impacted teeth, jaw disorders. It also helps plan for further treatments like implants.
Gentle Smile Dental Studio will do a dental X-ray in order to diagnose issues or to plan for further treatments. Book an appointment here.
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