Dental X-Rays

There are several types of dental x-rays currently available, each capturing a slightly different view or angle of the affected area. The two most common forms of dental x-rays in Colonial Heights, VA include intraoral and extraoral. Intraoral means the x-ray is filmed inside the mouth, while extraoral means the x-ray is filmed outside the mouth.

The most common form of digital radiography in dentistry is intraoral x-rays, which include:

• Bitewing: This type of x-ray offers a visual of both the lower and upper teeth. They are used to help our doctors in Colonial Heights, VA to locate decay between teeth.
• Occlusal: These x-rays create a clear view of the floor of the mouth, which shows our Aurora, IL dentist the bite of the upper and lower jaw.
• Periapical: This detailed dental x-ray  provides a view of the entire tooth–from the crown to the bone that supports it.
• Panoramic:  Showing an image of the teeth, jaws, nasal area, sinuses and joints, this type of x-ray is one of the most advanced imaging options available.

Dental x-rays are performed at United Smiles by our experienced team of dental professionals. Special precautions are always taken–such as wearing a lead vest to protect against low-levels of radiation–and your entire procedure is monitored by a dental professional at United Smiles.