Dental X-Rays Chicago - Chicago Family Dentist

While the need for x-rays depends on your individual oral health, in general Chicago Dentist Dr. Bagai recommends that have x-rays taken on bi-annual basis. Dental x-rays are the best way measure and then compare and plot your oral health over a span of time. You could say that dental x-rays are one of the most effective preventative and diagnostic tools in the modern dental office. Not only do they allow access to oral health information such as tooth decay, abscesses and cysts (which would not otherwise be visible during a regular dental exam) they provide clues about important structural issues such as bone loss, root positions / abnormalities and internal tooth dynamics. It is also important point out that that Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Bagai and his staff observe the “best practices” to ensure your safety while undergoing an dental x-ray.

X-rays allow you to detect dental problems at an early stage, which affords Dr. Bagai the opportunity to implement and appropriately treat the problem before early on. X-rays thus can be a cost saving measure, allowing problems to be treated (saving you time, money and unnecessary discomfort) before the problem develops into a larger problem.

Are dental x-rays safe?

A little known fact - most everyone, on a daily basis, is exposed to some degree of natural radiation within the environment. The good news is the degree of radiation exposure that you receive from a typical x-ray exposure (a full mouth series of x-rays) does not exceed the amount of radiation that a person receives during a full day, from natural sources.

In short - dental x-rays are safe. Moreover, Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Bagai and his staff have been trained to observe the necessary precautions to limit your exposure during dental x-rays. This includes: using lead apron shields, and using fast exposure film to diminish the exposure time during each x-ray.

How often should dental x-rays be taken?

Depending on your specific dental needs, x-rays may need to be taken every visit. However, Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Bagai will determine your exact need for x-rays, after he conducts a full review of your medical and dental history, taking into consideration the treatments you will be undergoing, signs and symptoms of periodontal disease or tooth decay, your age and additional risk factors.

Typically, Dr. Bagai recommends a full mouth series of dental x-rays for all new patients. If not major changes have occurred, a full series can be good for up to three to five years. Dr. Bagai recommends that Bite-wing x-rays (x-rays of both the top and bottom teeth biting together) during bi-annual dental check-ups.

If you have specific questions about x-ray procedures please contact Dr. Bagai.