Digital X-Rays

If you’ve ever been to the dentist, you’ve likely had x-rays taken. X-rays are taken by dentists to diagnose a whole range of different oral issues that cannot be known by simply taking a quick look inside your mouth. X-rays allow your dentist to see into the teeth and through the bones that hold your teeth in place. So many oral concerns can be spotted with the use of x-rays: from very small cavities between teeth to cysts or other abnormalities in the gums and many other things in between.

There are quite a few benefits to using digital x-rays over traditional film x-rays. One difference is the improvement in viewing experience as seen by your dentist. With digital x-rays, Dr. Nozaki can enlarge the x-rays as needed as he examines the results. This cannot be done with film x-rays which have to be pictured as is. The doctor is then able to keep an eye on the emergence of even the smallest of concerns. Digital x-rays are able to use color contrast which also aids in viewing and assessing problem areas. With this kind of close eye on the details, you and your dentist are aware of small problems before they become larger concerns.