Historically, dental and orthodontic x-rays have involved biting on small, rigid pieces while a technician captured images. If you remember having these kinds of x-rays done, you know they can be pretty uncomfortable. Digital x-rays have been in use for long enough now that they're all some people know. This is fortunate because digital x-ray imaging is not only more comfortable but also safer and more precise and more efficient. When you have digital x-rays taken here at Advanced Orthodontic Care, your technician will simply place a small electronic sensor in your mouth in the area we need to see. Within just a couple of minutes, your entire x-ray process should be complete.
One of the primary reasons that technology advanced to digital imaging was the decrease in radiation exposure. Studies indicate that digital x-rays emit only about 10 percent of the radiation that traditional x-rays have. In addition to significantly reducing this exposure, digital x-rays offer other advantages. These include:
The ability to observe x-rays on a computer screen in the treatment room. Your orthodontist may also increase, "zoom in" on aspects of a tooth, multiple teeth, bone, or other structures to plan your ideal treatment.
The ability to quickly compare current digital images with previous digital images to evaluate treatment progress.
There are no toxic chemicals involved in the processing of digital x-rays, which is kinder to the environment.
Ease of delivery if you need digital x-rays shared with your dentist or another provider. All we have to do is email them!