X-rays are a primary tool for early identification of dental problems. Detecting issues with x-rays before they become problematic can save you financially in the long run. Early detection can minimize and prevent the need for more extensive, or expensive procedures or surgeries. X-rays are primarily used to detect:
Internal tooth decay/cavities
Cysts (fluid filled sacs at the base of your teeth)
Tumors, both cancerous and non-cancerous
Impacted teeth
Teeth that are still developing
Check the health of the bone surrounding the teeth
Monitor good tooth health through prevention
At The Elmwood Dental Group LLC, we use digital x-rays, which have several advantages over traditional film based x-rays. Digital x-rays allow us to take x-rays with 50–70% less radiation that you would receive from traditional dental x-rays. The worry of exposure to excess radiation is eliminated.
Benefits of Digital Dental X-rays:
We have a secured HIPAA backup facility where the dental images are stored on a secure backup system
Assists with insurance claims as we are able to submit your x-rays to your insurance company digitally
Digital images are more detailed to help compare, contrast and adjust the x-rays brightness to assist in the enhancement of the x-ray
Digital means no chemicals. We want to look out for the environment, and digital helps to eliminate the chemicals once used to process traditional x-rays.
Our secured emails and x-rays allow us to email a specialist so they can have the x-ray and purpose of your visit even before you arrive at their office
Large on-screen x-rays make patient communication more effective. The immediate observation of the images on the screen allows us to discuss your dental health quickly and accurately
For patients with a gag reflex we have the advanced technology to take extraoral bitewings
X-rays are a primary tool for early identification of dental problems. Detecting issues with x-rays before they become problematic can save you financially in the long run. Early detection can minimize and prevent the need for more extensive, or expensive procedures or surgeries. 
