Generally, if you are a new patient, the dentist will take x-rays of your mouth to examine the unseen portion of your mouth and learn of any problems you have. That initial set of x-rays, or radiographs, also will serve as a baseline for any future treatment.
The schedule for future x-rays will depend on your general health, your age and your dental condition. For instance, if you suffer from gum disease or tend to be prone to cavities, x-rays may be necessary more frequently to check on those conditions’ progression. Bone loss and cavities between teeth will be visible on an x-ray, but not to the naked eye. Regarding age, children may need more frequent x-ray examinations because their teeth and jaws are in a state of continuing development.
In terms of additional lifetime risk from radiation exposure, dental x-ray examinations, especially digital x-rays, are considered by experts to have negligible impact. Your dentist can give you a thorough explanation of the value of radiograph examinations and how they may be appropriate to your particular case.
If you, your family or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!
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39 Milford Drive, Hudson, Ohio 44236. 330-650-0360. www.drshooverandyanda.com
