DIAGNOSIS:
- Decaying of tooth & beneath filling in small area.
- Bone loss or changes in jaw bone due to infection.
- Teeth position and condition to prepare for implant and braces.
- Abscess and infection.
- Cyst & tumor.
- Space in mouth to fit incoming teeth.
- Impacted tooth.
ADVANTAGES:
- Less radiation exposure due to high frequency machine.
- More accurate and improved image quality.
- no films needed.
- Digital storage helps in progress tracking.
- Reduced radiological waste.
- No preparation needed before and after.
WHAT SHOULD A PATIENT TELL THE DENTIST BEFORE A DENTAL X-RAY?
Women should always inform their dentist or oral surgeon if they are pregnant or suspect being pregnant.
WHAT TO WEAR FOR A DENTAL X-RAY?
You can wear your normal clothes, but you will need to remove any jewelry, eyewear or other metallic accessories or implants around your upper body as these will show up on X-Rays and may distort the results.
HOW LONG DOES THE X-RAY TAKE?
It usually takes less than 10 minutes.
