Your standard 2D x-rays use a type of electromagnetic radiation with high energy that passes through objects, including your body. When they take an image of your teeth and mouth, it appears as shades of gray on the film.
Digital x-rays work the same as regular ones – they’re just hooked up to a computer instead of a film. As a result, you get a clearer and more accurate image. The differences between digital x-rays and standard ones are similar to those of an old camera versus a modern one.
The mechanisms of getting a digital x-ray and a traditional x-ray are the same. To capture the image, you would need to sit or stand as the machine captures images of the affected area. Some of the advantages digital x-rays have over traditional x-rays are:
Patients may need digital x-rays when a problem with the bone or teeth needs to be diagnosed. Below are some of the many things one can pick up:
Get a more accurate diagnosis with a digital x-ray at Best Dentistry Miami. We care about your health and wellbeing and only want you to experience the best when it comes to dental technology. Call us if you have any questions or if you’d like to schedule an appointment!