[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]We all know X-rays are not something most of us enjoy when visiting the dentist. That small biteplate that makes the majority of us gag isn’t something we call fun. This procedure though is an essential part in any dental care treatment plan.
While X-rays are diagnostic, they can also help in preventing potential issues before they become a problem. They allow a dentist to see inside a tooth and beneath the gums that the human eye can’t see. This allows them the potential to uncover a number of things.
That includes:
- Finding cavities
- Looking at the roots of the teeth
- Look for potential periodontal and gum disease
There are many types of x-rays that can be performed. One very common type of oral x-ray is the bite-wing which offers a visual of both the lower and upper posterior teeth. This will show your dentist how the teeth touch each other and will help determine if decay is present between back teeth.
No matter which kind you get though, a dental professional will cover you with a heavy lead apron to protect your body from radiation.
Luckily though the biteplate apparatus that goes into the mouth after the apron is draped only has to stay there for a few seconds. The information it provides though is enormous.
For additional questions and concerns you may have about dental x-rays speak to your Fresh Dental Smilesdentist or hygienist. They will help you understand all aspects of how the process works.
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