Digital Dental x ray is one of the newest techniques around .The digital radiography provides better dental care and more accurate diagnosis as compared to dental x-rays. The process of digitally capturing an image is much faster, safer and more comfortable to the patients compared to the other techniques. Digital dental x ray shows the dental professionals many things that are not visible by just looking into the mouth. Hence dental x-rays have become an essential part for a thorough dental treatment.

Reasons for tooth extraction

1.A small sensor is placed in the mouth. This sensor is then connected to a computer by a thin wire.
2.An x ray beam is sent through the teeth and into the sensor that records the image of the teeth and sends it to the computer.
3.The sensor can be repositioned to photograph other sections of teeth.

Why Digital Dental x Rays are better than normal dental x rays

1.The digital dental x ray is more sensitive than normal dental x ray film system, so exposure is cut to 80%.
2.The large color enhanced image enables the patient to see what his dentist is seeing, so it’s easier for the patient to understand the course of treatment.
3.Patient education through explanation of images on screen.
4.Digital image only takes about 20 seconds to appear on the monitor.
5.Dental check ups take less time and its fun to watch thissystem working.
6.Used photochemical and films are non- polluting environment as in normal dental x-rays.
7.Images on the computer screen can be enlarged and specific findings can be better illustrated and discussed with patient before and after treatment.

Why Digital Dental x ray is done The Digital Dental X Ray helps the dentist to –
1.Determine the existence of an abscess.
2.Determine the presence of unusually shaped roots.
3.To find hidden decay.
4.Locate the presence of cysts.
5.Determine the presence of tumors.
6.Study primary teeth.
7.Determine condition of root canal filled teeth.
8.Determine the amount of bone destruction in gum disease.
9.Determine the condition of deep restoration.
10.Determine the presence of foreign objects.
11.Determine the presence of dental fracture.
12.Determine sinus condition.
13.Digital dental x rays are also done as follow up after dental treatment
. 14.To plan treatment of teeth that is not properly aligned.