Technology
Dental X-Rays
Low-radiation digital imaging that reveals decay, bone loss, and infections not visible to the eye.
What are Dental X-Rays?
Dental x-rays are diagnostic images that let us see between the teeth, beneath the gums, and inside the bone — areas we cannot examine visually. We use modern digital sensors, which use a fraction of the radiation of traditional film and produce instant, high-resolution images.
Why would Dental X-Rays be needed?
Many problems develop out of sight: decay between teeth, infections at the root, bone loss from gum disease, impacted teeth, and tumors. X-rays let us detect these early, when treatment is simpler and less costly. They also provide a baseline to track changes in your mouth over time.
Who is a candidate?
Nearly every patient benefits from periodic x-rays. How often we take them depends on your age, oral health, and risk of disease. New patients typically receive a full series so we have a complete picture of your mouth, then we update specific images at intervals.
What happens during the procedure?
We place a small digital sensor in your mouth for each image and position the x-ray head. The process is quick and comfortable, and the images appear instantly on our screen for review. The radiation from a full set of digital dental x-rays is less than you receive from a day of natural background exposure.
Interested in Dental X-Rays?
Call (954) 572-2750 or request an appointment online.