Why do dentists take X-rays?
X-rays are critical to monitoring your oral health; they allow the dentist to examine your teeth and gums thoroughly. X-rays assist in the early detection of cavities and uncover issues such as impacted wisdom teeth and other problems with oral health that are not easily identified by a visual exam alone. The dentist will determine the timing and frequency of X-rays. A new dentist will take X-rays when establishing care.
The safer digital X-ray also comes with improved clarity. Traditional X-rays are limited to approximately 25 shades of gray from which they compile an image. Digital X-rays have an impressive 256 shades to pull from, resulting in a far more detailed picture to assess your oral health accurately. Digital X-rays allow easier access to all areas of your mouth and can produce a streamlined view of the entire oral structure. The dentist can further enhance the images by using specific computer programs; digital X-rays are clearly the best choice for diagnostic images in modern dentistry.
