We recommend digital dental x-rays once a year during your bi-annual teeth cleaning and examination. Bite wing x-rays allow our dentists to see what's happening internally with your teeth, enabling them to pinpoint problems early on that may be missed with the naked eye during an exam.
Our dentists may also recommend taking an x-ray during a dental emergency to help diagnose the specific problem. This is a more isolated image called a periapical x-ray that focuses on the problematic tooth.
If you're considering treatment such as tooth extraction or clear aligners with Invisalign®, our dentists may recommend a panoramic x-ray, which provides a comprehensive view of all your teeth, bone structure, and jaw joint in one image. A panoramic x-ray aids in treatment planning and achieving the best results for our patients.
If you're considering replacing a tooth with implant dentistry, your Brisbane general dentist may recommend 3-D imaging to aid in treatment planning and ensure successful outcomes.
Are Digital Dental X-Rays Safe?
Yes! Digital x-rays emit 90 per cent less radiation than film x-rays used in the past. The benefits digital x-rays provide in diagnosis and treatment planning far outweigh the small amount of radiation you may encounter from them.
We invite you to call Edward St Dental for more information from your Brisbane dentist.