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Bite-Wing Radiographs
Bite-wing X-rays are the most common X-rays taken
in dentistry. We use them to find cavities between the teeth,
see tartar on the roots, worn-out fillings, and receding bone
levels from periodontal disease. A small packet of X-ray film
is placed inside your mouth, and by biting on the tab on the side
of the packet, the film is properly lined up to get a picture
of your upper and lower teeth at the same time. The lead apron
protects the rest of your body while we take X-rays of your mouth.
Dental X-rays use high-speed film, so the amount of radiation
exposure is very low. Even if you've recently had X-rays taken
of other parts of your body, bitewing X-rays do not add to that
exposure. Bitewing X-rays are a necessary part of regular dental
checkups. They give us vital information that we can't get from
any other source.
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Complete
Series Radiographs
A full-mouth series of X-rays is the first step
in a thorough dental examination. We use them to find cavities
between the teeth, worn-out fillings and crowns, tartar on the
roots, and receding bone levels and abscesses. We place the film
packets in specific locations to thoroughly evaluate your entire
mouth. The lead apron protects the rest of your body while we
take X-rays of your mouth. Dental X-rays use high speed film,
so the amount of radiation exposure is very low. Even if you've
recently had X-rays taken of other parts of your body, a full-mouth
set of X-rays does not add to that exposure. A full mouth set
of X-rays is sometimes an essential part of a thorough dental
examination. It gives us vital information that we can't get from
any other source.
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Panoramic
Radiographs
A panoramic radiography gives us a panoramic view
of your mouth. It gives us valuable information about the position
of wisdom teeth, receding bone levels, which is a sign of periodontal
disease, abscesses, jaw-joint problems, and sinus problems. The
X-ray film is positioned outside your mouth and the X-ray head
rotates around you. The lead apron protects the rest of your body
while we take X-rays of your mouth. Dental X-rays use high-speed
film, so the amount of radiation exposure is very low. Even if
you've recently had X-rays taken of other parts of your body,
a panoramic radiograph does not add to that exposure. Panoramic
radiographs are comfortable and safe. They give us information
that we can't get from any other source.
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