Advanced Digital X-Rays
The dental field is rapidly adopting digital x-rays, offering numerous benefits. Unlike traditional x-rays, digital x-rays enable dentists to capture detailed images of teeth and surrounding structures, which can then be inputted into advanced imaging software. This software provides a variety of tools for a precise and comprehensive examination. Patients also benefit from digital x-rays as they reduce radiation exposure by up to 80% compared to traditional x-rays. This reduction in radiation is attributed to the enhanced sensitivity and patient safety features of digital x-rays.
How a Digital Dental X-Ray Works
Capturing images of each tooth is now easier than ever with a compact radiographic camera that is only slightly larger than a pen. This modern technology replaces traditional film used in conventional x-rays and eliminates the need for chemical development or processing. Instead, images appear instantly on a computer screen as soon as each scan is completed, allowing both providers and patients to view them within minutes. By adjusting the angle of the imaging wand, detailed views of every part of each tooth can be captured, delivering immediate results and eliminating any waiting time.
Benefits of Digital X-Rays
- Our advanced imaging technology reduces radiation exposure significantly compared to traditional x-rays, ensuring lower radiation exposure.
- This technology offers enhanced diagnostic accuracy, providing reliable, high-quality results that allow our experienced provider to quickly detect abnormalities in teeth, gums, enamel, tumors, cavities, and hidden dental structures.
- With a 256-color gray-scale resolution, our digital imaging provides superior detail and accuracy compared to traditional film, which typically only offers 16 to 25 shades.
- Images are instantly sent to a monitor for immediate review and discussion with the patient.
- Our flexible image management allows for images to be enlarged, adjusted, and saved for future reference, aiding in better analysis and ongoing monitoring.
- Digital comparison enables easy evaluation of current x-rays with previous ones for a comprehensive assessment.
- Our technology also provides environmental benefits by reducing waste and eliminating the use of harmful chemicals associated with traditional x-ray film processing.
For more information about dental imaging in New Lenox or to schedule an appointment, please reach out to Dennis Dental Care at (330) 628-0066.
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