Dental x-rays are an important component of advanced preventive dental treatment. Hence it is important that latest methods are taken to complete the process. It helps assess the overall condition of your teeth and their roots, the overall composition of your facial bones. Timely conducting dental x-ray can be helpful to find and treat dental problems at early stage. As a result there is less pain while treatment and detection of dental health problems, resulting in saving you time, money and unnecessary discomfort.
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
In the modern time, we are all exposed to natural radiation in our environment. During a full-mouth series, patients are exposed to the same amount of radiation that person receives in a single day from natural sources. The advanced x-ray machines product less level of radiation, which means they’re safe. Our team of experts take necessary precautions to limit your exposure to the radiation during the x-ray procedure.
Some of the preventive measures we take to reduce the level of radiation consumption during x-ray include using lead apron shields to protect the body and the use of sensors. The preventive measures taken during dental x-rays help cuts down the exposure time of each x-ray.
We have the latest x-ray equipment that are all digital, thyroid protected, lead aprons.
How often should dental X-Rays be taken?
It depends on each patient’s individual dental health needs. According to your dental condition, your dentist will recommend necessary x-rays in order to review dental condition, signs and symptoms of dental problems.
New Patients
In order to maintain a well-maintained dental health, it is recommended to ask your dentist to take a dental x-ray. As it helps diagnose dental health and to be sure about the safety of your teeth.
Existing Patients
We understand your dental health needs. It is recommended that our patients have dental x-rays get every 12 months. Some patients have pathology-free mouths who need to get their X-rays taken every couple of years.
As a leading dentistry team, we are proud to have the most advanced, quick x-ray machines. It helps in delivering accurate results for better healthcare. With timely detection of dental health problems we’re able to help ensure a future where everyone will be free from almost every type of dental problems.