Digital X-Rays

X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. They are diagnostic, but they can also be preventative, by helping a dentist diagnose potential oral care issues in a patient’s mouth before they become a major problem.

 

An x-ray is a type of energy that passes through soft tissues and is absorbed by dense tissue. Teeth and bone are very dense, so they absorb X-rays, while X-rays pass more easily through gums and cheeks.

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X-rays are divided into two main categories, intraoral and extraoral. Intraoral is an X-ray that is taken inside the mouth. An extraoral X-ray is taken outside of the mouth.

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Intraoral X-rays are the most common type of radiograph taken in dentistry. They give a high level of detail of the tooth, bone and supporting tissues of the mouth.

 

These X-rays allow our team to:

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• Find cavities

• Look at the tooth roots

• Check the health of the bony area around the tooth

• Determine if periodontal disease is an oral care issue

• See the status of developing teeth

• Otherwise, monitor good tooth health through prevention

 

At Tobler Dental we use the latest digital technology so you can see the images and get instant feedback on the current status of your oral health. Call to setup your appointment!