- Dental Services
- Preventive Dentistry
- Digital x-rays
Preventive Dentistry
Digital x-rays
Technology has resulted in significant improvements in dentistry, and that is particularly true when it comes to the use of digital x-rays instead of traditional x-ray technology. Digital x-rays are safer for patients and are more environmentally friendly alternative to the traditional method because they do not involve the use and disposal of the chemicals necessary to develop film.
Dr. Anderson uses digital x-ray technology at his Spartanburg dentist office because it is a faster process that requires less exposure time to radiation. In fact, there are studies that have shown a 90 percent reduction in radiation compared to the traditional x-ray method. Due to advanced technology, digital x-rays provide much clearer and more detailed pictures than traditional x-rays.
Direct sensor systems enable images to instantly appear on a computer screen in the exam room, making it possible to provide patients with a visual reference during the process of formulating a diagnosis.
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Dental x-rays may reveal:
- Decay between teeth
- Cracks in teeth
- Bone loss from periodontal disease
- Abscesses or cysts
- Cancerous or noncancerous tumors
