Digital Dental X-Ray
A digital dental X-ray is a routine, low-dose imaging tool used at most checkups and before procedures like fillings, root canals, or extractions, not a sign that something is necessarily wrong.
Benefits
- Digital X-rays use an electronic sensor, producing an image in seconds with the ability to zoom and enhance contrast
- Commonly cited reductions of 80–90% less radiation exposure per image compared to older film X-rays
- A lead apron is used for additional protection during exposure
- Imaging shaped by Dr Megha Kaul's background as a Certified NABH Accreditation Standards Professional, used only when it adds real diagnostic information
What the procedure involves
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A new patient typically gets a baseline set of X-rays.
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Follow-up X-rays are taken as needed, for a suspected cavity between teeth, evaluating a wisdom tooth, planning or reviewing a root canal, or checking bone levels if gum disease is suspected.
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Images appear on screen within seconds, allowing immediate review during your visit.
Frequently asked questions
Is a dental X-ray safe?
Yes, digital dental X-rays involve a very low radiation dose, and protective shielding is used during the exposure.
How often do I actually need a dental X-ray?
It varies by individual risk, new patients typically get a baseline set, with follow-ups as needed rather than at every checkup for lower-risk patients.
Can I decline an X-ray if I don't think anything is wrong?
You can discuss it with your dentist, but some issues, like a cavity between teeth, genuinely can't be seen without one.
Will I need an X-ray before every filling or root canal?
Usually yes, at least an initial one; it helps confirm the diagnosis and plan treatment accurately before the procedure starts.
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