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 areas, which can be analyzed using advanced imaging software. This software provides various tools for a comprehensive and precise examination. Patients also experience advantages with 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 safety features of digital x-rays.
How a Digital Dental X-Ray Works
Capturing images of individual teeth has been made easier with a small radiographic camera that is only slightly larger than a pen. This innovative technology eliminates the use of traditional film in x-rays and eliminates the need for chemical processing. Instead, images appear instantly on a computer screen after each scan, allowing for quick viewing by both providers and patients. By adjusting the angle of the imaging wand, detailed views of every aspect of each tooth can be obtained, providing immediate results and eliminating any waiting time.
Benefits of Digital X-Rays
Our advanced imaging technology reduces radiation exposure compared to traditional x-rays, ensuring minimal exposure. This technology improves diagnostic accuracy, allowing our experienced provider to quickly detect issues 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 displayed instantly on 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 makes it easy to evaluate current x-rays with previous ones for a comprehensive assessment. Additionally, our technology is environmentally friendly, reducing waste and eliminating the use of harmful chemicals associated with traditional x-ray film processing.
To learn more about dental imaging in New Lenox or to book an appointment, please contact Dennis Dental Care at (330) 628-0066.
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