How safe are dental X-rays?
There is very little risk in dental X-rays. Pediatric dentists are especially careful to limit the amount of radiation to which children are exposed. Our office uses Digital Radiography. This form of computerized radiography uses a standard dental X-ray generator as its radiation source.
An intra-oral sensor that is placed in the mouth collects the image. The benefit of digital radiography is that it reduces radiation exposure 80-90 percent compared to traditional radiography, which means less exposure and less risk.
Diagnodent
DIAGNOdent is a small laser instrument that scans teeth with a safe, comfortable laser light that allows our clinical team to locate and treat small cavities and areas of tooth decay before they become larger issues requiring multiple procedures.
Jennifer McHenry
Charissa Saludares
Amruta S.
