DIAGNOSIS
- A small area of decay between teeth.
- Decay beneath the existing filling.
- Changes in bone structure
- Changes in root canal due to infection.
ADVANTAGES
- The patient gets less intonated as the operator stays with the patient.
- Ensures portability & flexibility.
- Convenient because the patient does not have to move from the care site (dental chair).
- Reduced radiation benefits both patient & operator.
- High-quality image in a short time.
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 of 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.
