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Dr. Mogell Dental Blog

Boca Raton Cosmetic Dentist

Why Do I Need A Panoramic Dental X-Ray?

Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Panoramic dental x-rays give us a 2 dimensional x-ray examination of your entire mouth in a single image. The image includes your teeth, upper and lower jaws and the surrounding tissues and structures.

Why would we want a panoramic x-ray rather than regular dental x-rays? We like using the panoramic x-ray because it reveals information that standard x-rays can't always show us including: advanced periodontal disease, oral cysts, oral tumors, impacted teeth, sinusitis and TMJ problems. Because this imaging system covers a wider area we get a more complete picture of your teeth and other oral structures.

Patients usually like the panoramic x-ray because unlike normal dental x-rays where the digital x-ray sensor is placed inside the mouth -- the panoramic sensor is outside your body inside the machine. This is a wonderful technology for patients who hate getting their x-rays taken.

No special preparation is needed. You will wear a lead apron as you do for all radiographs. Female patients should always inform their doctors if there is a possibility of pregnancy before undergoing any x-ray procedure.

A panoramic x-ray is quick and easy and allows your Boca Raton cosmetic dentist to better plan your treatment. Of course our equipment is digital which allows us to instantly view your images and minimizes radiation exposure.

If you have any questions about your panoramic dental x-ray please contact Dr. Kenneth A. Mogell in Boca Raton, FL at 561-394-9000 today.

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