Accurate images of teeth are essential for detention of tooth decay, gum disease, infection and many other dental diseases. Most all these problems are difficult or impossible to detect without x-ray. This allow dentists to look at areas not visible to human eyes. It is quick, painless and safe.
Dental x-rays are one of the lowest radiation dose studies performed. A routine exam which includes 4 bitewings (image of the back molars) is about 0.005 millisieverts of radiation, which is roughly equivalent to the amount of radiation they are exposed to in the environment on a daily basis. It is also about the same amount of radiation exposure from a short airplane flight. A panoramic dental X-ray, which goes around your head, has about twice that amount of radiation. Many Pediatric Dentist offices today use digital X-rays, which have roughly 80% less radiation than conventional film X-rays, so the effects may be even lower.
X-Ray are needed for many reasons: Detect decay between teeth and diagnose periodontal conditions. Allow dentists to see development and position of permanent teeth and to check bone tissue. Allowing the dentist to see beneath the gum line and clean teeth more thoroughly. Sometimes, without symptom of pain, x-ray can help in diagnose unseen problems and maintain good oral health. Infections can be found and treated before painful swelling occurs. Cysts and growths can be detected and treated before significant jaw damage occurs.
When your child visits the dentist, x-rays may be recommended as part of their comprehensive care. For them, it is as important as it is for adults. X-rays are used to detect decay before it reaches the nerve which is closer to the tooth surface in children. Xrays are needed more frequently in children than adults to help in diagnosing gum disease, plan orthodontic treatment and aid in monitoring teeth development under the gum line.
As children are generally more susceptible to tooth decay than adults, and children with a high risk of tooth decay are recommended to have X-rays taken every six months. If dental problems are found and treated early, dental care is more comfortable and affordable. Find a Pediatric Dentist near me to diagnose and treat conditions that cannot be detected during a clinical examination and to help you and your children to maintain a good oral hygiene.
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