Dentists use X-Rays in order to see diseases of your teeth and surrounding tissues. They help find things that a simple oral exam can’t see. The use of x-rays can also help save you money in the long run by detecting problems you might have early on. This might even help save your life.
According to Web MD there are many reasons why your dentist may ask for X-Rays…
Dental X-rays can be used to:
- Show areas of decay that may not be visible with an oral exam, especially small areas of decay between teeth
- Identify decay occurring beneath an existing filling
- Reveal bone loss that accompanies gum disease.
- Reveal changes in the bone or in the root canal resulting from infection
- Assist in the preparation of tooth implants, braces, dentures, or other dental procedures
- Reveal an abcess (an infection at the root of a tooth or between the gum and a tooth)
If you are concerned about X-Rays talk to Dr Brogdon about how often X-rays are needed and why they are being taken. He will be glad to answer any of your questions or concerns.
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