Why Choose Digital X-Rays?
Digital X-rays offer several benefits over traditional film X-rays, making them safer and more convenient for patients:
- Lower radiation exposure: significantly reduces radiation levels for a safer experience.
- High-resolution images: sharper, clearer images for an accurate diagnosis.
- Instant results: images appear on screen within seconds, saving time during your appointment.
- Environmentally friendly: no chemical film processing, so there is less waste.
- Easy sharing and storage: images are stored securely in your dental record and can be shared with a specialist if needed.
How We Take Digital X-Rays
Our team uses digital radiography equipment to keep your X-rays comfortable and accurate:
- Preparation: a protective apron is placed over you to shield your body.
- Positioning: a small digital sensor is gently placed inside your mouth.
- Capturing the image: the X-ray unit gives a brief, low-dose pulse to capture the image.
- Instant review: the image appears on a computer screen right away, so your dentist can review it and explain the findings with you.
Before Your X-Rays
Tell us if you are pregnant or think you might be, and let us know about any recent X-rays from another office. Your dentist will decide whether new images are needed now or can wait. If you have previous X-rays, we can often request a copy so you don’t need to repeat them.
Comprehensive, Patient-Friendly Care
Your comfort and safety come first. Digital X-rays help us find early signs of cavities, bone loss, infections and other oral problems quickly, so we can create a personal treatment plan that keeps your smile healthy. Learn more about regular cleanings and checkups or request an appointment.
This page is general information, not medical or dental advice. Please talk with your dentist about your own care.
