We learn a lot about your oral health through a visual examination of your teeth and gums. But even with 20/20 vision, there are things that can’t be seen with the naked eye.

We are now able to offer our patients a new type of x-ray, the digital radiograph, which offers benefits beyond the traditional x-ray.

A digital x-ray sends signals to a computer, which translates into large, crisp, electronic pictures of your teeth and supporting bone. The pictures can be enlarged and colored for clarification and are stored in your file for future reference.

Traditional dental x-rays are minimal radiation, equivalent to about five minutes of strong sunlight. Digital x-rays require 90% less radiation than traditional ones, making it even safer for all patients and staff.

The digital radiograph makes it easier and less expensive to detect, diagnose and plan treatment long before problems become visible to the naked eye. We will recommend digital radiographs periodically, and as you need them. It’s the best and safest way to guard your smile against unexpected problems.