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Digital
Xrays
Safer.... Get necessary care without unnecessary radiation. The digital x-ray requires 90% less radiation than conventional film x-ray. As x-rays are an invaluable aspect of a proper diagnosis, we have taken every measure this procedure as safe as possible. Our patients appreciate our effort in making radiography safer for our patients. Better..... As accurate as conventional x-rays --- and revelas things film can't. We are now able to magnify 300x it's normal size to see cavities at it's earliest stages. We are also able to manipulate images by correcting the contrast, colorizatoin, and create negatives to improve imaging. Smarter..... The digital x-ray is also better for our environment. There are no hazardous wastes created from developer and fixer. There are no lead backing on the film x-rays. And this technology is covered by most insurance companies. Faster..... More time treating, less time processing. There is no waiting for conventional processing so the images are viewable immediately. This allows our doctors and staff members to spend more time with our patients in discussing their dental needs than preparing the x-rays for viewing.
The digital x-ray is stored in the patients computer record and can be viewed at any time. Your x-rays can be sent to your insurance company or a specialist if necessary. With this technology, virtual conferencing is possible, so you never have to leave our office to see the specialist. Frequently Asked Questions 
X-Rays
What are the benefits of a dental X-ray examination? Many diseases of the teeth and surrounding tissues cannot be seen when your dentist examines your mouth. An X-ray examination may reveal:
Finding and treating dental problems at an early stage can save time, money and unnecessary discomfort. It can detect damage to oral structures not visible during a regular exam. If you have a hidden tumor, radiographs may even help save your life. How do dental x-rays compare to other sources of radiation? We are exposed to radiation every day from various sources, including outer space, minerals in the soil, and appliances in our homes (like smoke detectors and television screens).
Source: Adapted from Frederiksen NL. X-Rays: What is the Risk? Texas Dental Journal. 1995;112(2):68-72. *A millisievert (mSV) is a unit of
measure that allows for some comparison between radiation sources that
expose the entire body (such as natural background radiation) and those
that only expose a portion of the body (such as radiographs.) Page Update: November 17, 2004
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