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Dental X-Rays - Safe and Necessary

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Dental x-rays are a safe and effective tool that lets your dentist diagnose decay, cracks and damage to teeth that cannot be seen with the naked eye.

Every now and then the issue of radiation exposure in x-rays comes up for discussion. Modern dental radiographs (x-rays) are now digital - this means that the amount of radiation used is minimal and there is no need for a dental dark room with smelly chemicals and a long wait to see the resulting image. Digital images are instantaneous and we can see them on a large screen. These images are a wonderful tool that lets the patient see what the problem might be even though their tooth "feels" fine.

Although radiation exposure is minimal - our patients are still draped over their bodies. A special collar helps protect the thyroid from any exposure.

Even the best dentist can't "see" what is happening inside a tooth without an x-ray. So next time your dental hygienist says it is time for a new set of x-rays remember that they are being taken so that we can prevent small problems from turning into bigger ones!

Keeping your smile healthy is always our goal!

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