Dental X-ray (RTG)

Dental radiographs are an essential diagnostic tool because much of a tooth and its supporting structures cannot be seen during a visual examination alone. At ASP Stomatologia a spot or periapical X-ray captures a detailed view of one or two teeth, including the roots and the bone immediately around them, which is valuable when investigating pain, assessing a tooth for root canal treatment or checking a restoration. A panoramic X-ray, by contrast,…

The images are taken quickly and use a low dose of radiation with appropriate protective measures. Having current radiographs allows the dentist to identify problems such as decay between teeth, infection at the root tip, bone loss from gum disease or impacted teeth that would otherwise be missed, and to explain findings to you more clearly. The dentist decides which type of image is appropriate based on your symptoms and the planned treatment, and X-rays…