Dental X-Ray  Vs Panoramic X-Ray

They are images of the teeth and their neighboring structures that are obtained by an X-ray machine.

WHAT ARE DENTAL X-RAYS?

Periapical radiographs, which are for each tooth in particular, are of great help in detailing the position, root anatomy, and state of the surrounding bone.

WHAT ARE PERIAPICAL RADIOGRAPHS? 

They are radiographs that provide us with a detailed “panorama” of the patient’s condition.

WHAT ARE PANORAMIC RADIOGRAPHS?

– Dental caries – Periodontitis – Abscesses and dental cysts – Wisdom teeth

FOR WHAT REASONS MIGHT THE DENTIST REQUEST A DENTAL X-RAY?

– They complement the clinical evaluation of a patient. – They are instrumental in all stages of treatment, as they can corroborate and complement an initial diagnosis and thus, plan an individualized treatment for each patient.

WHY ARE X-RAYS IMPORTANT FOR DENTISTS? 

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