Digital x-rays are an effective tool in helping dentists evaluate your oral health. Also known as a dental radiograph, dental x-rays use low levels of radiation to capture visual images of the inside of your mouth and teeth, assessing areas that may require dental attention.

Digital x-rays can help dental experts identify a number of potential oral health problems not visible with an oral exam.

For example:

• Symptoms of gum disease
• Small areas of tooth decay, especially between teeth
• Decay that occurs under an existing filling
• A patient’s bone density levels
• Infections occurring at the root of a tooth
• Tracking the development of children’s teeth, making sure that the teeth are growing correctly in the mouth
• Assessing space when wisdom teeth start to emerge
• Monitoring the condition of bone health prior to a tooth implant procedure
• As part of routine check-ups, especially when experiencing pain or discomfort

Digital x-rays are also helpful in offering a baseline record for dentists to compare any oral health changes that may happen over time.

Are you looking for a dentist in Deltona that offers digital x-ray services? Contact our team at My Family Dental to book an appointment today.