Digital x‑rays, up close
We take x-rays with a wireless, direct-conversion digital sensor. You get a sharp image at a low dose, and we look at it together on the screen.
Explore real digital x-rays
These are real digital x-rays with identifying details removed. Zoom in on a root, turn up the contrast, or invert the image, the same way Dr. Ed does when he looks for early decay or checks the bone around a tooth.
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Pinch, or hold Control or Command and scroll, to zoom. Drag to move around when zoomed in. With the keyboard, plus and minus zoom, arrow keys move, Home resets, and the bracket keys switch images.
Bitewing of the back teeth
Bitewings
Roots and bone
Root canal
Implant
Why direct conversion matters
Many digital sensors turn x-rays into light first, then turn that light into an image. Light spreads a little as it travels, which softens the finest edges. A direct-conversion sensor skips that step and turns x-rays straight into an electrical signal, so fine detail stays crisp.
That detail helps with the things that matter most at a checkup: small cavities between teeth, the edges of old fillings and crowns, the shape of a root canal, and the bone that holds your teeth in place.
What it means for you
- A low dose. Digital sensors need less radiation than film, and we take x-rays only when they will tell us something useful.
- More comfort. The sensor is wireless, so there is no cable running out of your mouth.
- No waiting. The image appears on the screen in seconds.
- You see it too. We zoom in, point things out, and explain what we see before we recommend anything.
Questions about x-rays
Are dental x-rays safe?
Dental x-rays use a very low dose of radiation, and digital sensors need less than film did. Dr. Ed takes them only as often as your situation calls for, following American Dental Association guidance.
How often do I need x-rays?
It depends on your history. Someone who rarely gets cavities may need bitewings every year or two; someone with active decay or gum disease may need them more often. Dr. Ed will tell you why he is recommending them.
Can I get a copy of my x-rays?
Yes. Because they are digital, we can share them with you or with another dentist or specialist quickly.
I am pregnant. Should I have x-rays?
Tell us before your visit. Routine x-rays can often wait, and when an x-ray is needed for an urgent problem, the dose is very low and a thyroid collar adds protection.
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