Advanced Digital X-Ray System for Enhanced Patient Care
Berwyn Dental Connection now provides digital x-rays using our updated software. With our new radiographs, we can capture x-rays faster and with reduced radiation exposure. For further details about our digital x-ray system, please get in touch with our office.
The dental industry is swiftly adopting digital x-rays owing to their numerous benefits. Dentists can now capture images of teeth and seamlessly integrate them into imaging software. This software offers diverse tools enabling dentists to meticulously analyze teeth and surrounding structures with unparalleled precision.
Understanding the Mechanism of Digital Dental X-Rays
Utilizing a compact radiographic camera, just slightly larger than a pen, we effortlessly capture images of individual teeth, replacing traditional film utilized in conventional X-rays. This cutting-edge technology eradicates the necessity for chemical development or image processing. Instead, the images promptly appear on a computer screen right after each scan, enabling both providers and patients to view them within minutes. With the flexibility to adjust the angle of the imaging wand, providers capture comprehensive views of each tooth, ensuring immediate results and eliminating any waiting period.
Advantages of Digital X-Rays
- Minimizes patient exposure to radiation compared to traditional X-rays
- Our advanced imaging technology ensures superior and reliable results, enabling our skilled provider to swiftly detect any abnormalities in teeth, gums, enamel, as well as tumors, cavities, and hidden dental structures.
- Offers superior gray-scale resolution of 256 colors, surpassing the 16 to 25 shades found on traditional film, leading to a more precise and accurate analysis.
- Instantly transfers images to a monitor for the provider to review and explain to the patient.
- Allows for image enlargement, adjustments, and storage for future reference.
- Facilitates digital comparison of X-rays with each other.
- Reduces waste and eliminates the use of harmful chemicals.
Reasons for Dental X-ray Necessity
Dental x-rays are crucial because sometimes, a mere examination isn't sufficient. Many issues can lurk beneath the gumline, invisible without x-ray assistance. These images reveal various conditions like hidden decay, root infections, bone deterioration, and impacted wisdom teeth. Additionally, in children, x-rays aid in tracking the growth and development of permanent teeth.
Determining Eligibility for Dental X-rays
The majority of our patients are suitable for dental x-rays. Given the minimal radiation exposure we employ, the procedure is considered safe and essential for our practice. Nevertheless, we carefully review your medical history before recommending any x-ray procedure, prioritizing your overall health and safety.