Digital Radiograph

What is Digital Radiography?

Digital radiography is a modern dental imaging solution that uses electronic sensors instead of traditional X-ray film to capture detailed images of your teeth and oral structures. This advanced technology provides instant, high-resolution digital images that can be viewed immediately on a computer screen.

Key Advantages:

• Up to 90% less radiation exposure than traditional X-rays
• Instant image availability – no development time needed
• Enhanced image quality with zoom and contrast adjustment
• Environmentally friendly – no chemical processing required
• Easy storage and sharing of dental records
• Better patient education through visual demonstrations

Types of Digital Radiographs:

Intraoral X-rays:Taken inside the mouth

• Bitewing X-rays (decay detection between teeth)
• Periapical X-rays (root and bone structure examination)
• Occlusal X-rays (roof or floor of mouth imaging)

Extraoral X-rays:Taken outside the mouth

• Panoramic X-rays (full mouth overview)
• Cephalometric projections (head/skull imaging)

Clinical Applications:

• Detecting cavities and gum disease
• Examining root structure and bone loss
• Planning dental implant procedures
• Monitoring tooth development in children
• Identifying impacted teeth
• Diagnosing dental infections or abscesses
• Treatment planning and progress monitoring

Patient Experience:

Quick, comfortable, and significantly safer than traditional X-rays, digital radiographs have become the standard of care in modern dentistry, ensuring optimal diagnosis while prioritizing patient safety.