Dental X-rays

X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. They are diagnostic, but they can also be preventive, by helping a dentist diagnose potential oral care issues in a patient’s mouth before they become a major problem.

Dental X-rays are pictures of the teeth, bones, and soft tissues around them to help find problems with the teeth, mouth and jaw. X-ray pictures can show cavities, hidden dental structures (such as wisdom teeth), and bone loss that cannot be seen during a visual examination. Dental X-rays may also be done as follow-up after dental treatments.

What X-rays Show

• Find cavities
• Look at the tooth roots
• Check the health of the bony area around the tooth
• Help diagnose periodontal disease
• See the status of developing teeth