Dental X-rays are pictures of your teeth as well as the bones and tissues that hold anchor them to your gums. They allow Dr. Fixari, in Columbus, OH, in to get a closer look inside of your mouth. The x-rays can show things that are not visible to the naked eye.
What Can X-rays Show?
Who Should Get Dental X-Rays?
Dental X-rays are a good idea for anyone who hasn't been to the dentist in a while. On your very first visit, Columbus dentist, Dr. Fixari will have a set of x-rays taken. After that, the frequency of x-rays varies from patient to patient depending on your dental health history, age, risk for disease, or signs and symptoms of current diseases. Children will need x-rays more often than adults.
Types of X-rays and What They Reveal:
Are Dental X-rays Painful?
They are not painful. Columbus, OH dentist, Dr. Fixari recommends each patient receives one to uncover potential problems.
How Long Do X-rays Take?
The qualified, friendly technicians in Dr. Fixari's Columbus, OH dental office will have your x-rays completed in only a few minutes.
Are Dental X-rays Safe?
The level of radiation used is very low so risks are minimal, however, tell Dr. Fixari, your Columbus, OH dentist, if you are or might be pregnant. You will be covered with a lead apron regardless.
How Soon Can I Know the Results?
Dr. Fixari of Columbus can discuss the results of your x-rays as soon as they have been taken and he has had a chance to look over them.