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303-933-2066 Dental X-rays reveal details that cannot always be seen during a visual exam, making them an important part of diagnosis and treatment planning. Digital imaging improves that process by producing detailed images quickly and allowing our team to review them immediately.
At Oasis Studio Carreon Dental & Aesthetics, our dentist, Dr. LeJon Carreon, uses digital X-rays in Littleton, CO, to evaluate teeth, roots, bone and other oral structures more closely. Call 303-933-2066 to schedule your appointment and learn how digital X-rays can support your dental care.
What Are Digital Dental X-Rays?
Digital dental X-rays use electronic sensors to capture images of your teeth and supporting structures. Instead of developing film, the images appear on a computer monitor within moments, giving Dr. Carreon and our team an immediate view of areas that may need closer attention.
These images can be enlarged and reviewed in detail, which can make it easier to identify concerns and explain what we see during your appointment.
What Can Digital X-Rays Detect?
Digital X-rays can provide information about areas of the mouth that are not visible during a standard dental exam. Depending on the type of image taken, they may help identify:
- Tooth decay
- Changes in tooth roots or surrounding bone
- Cysts or abscesses
- Dental infections
- Bone loss
- Fractures in teeth or existing restorations
- Developmental concerns
- Other abnormalities involving the teeth or supporting structures
The type and number of X-rays recommended will depend on your oral health, dental history and treatment needs.
Benefits of Digital Dental X-Rays
Digital radiography offers several advantages over traditional film-based dental X-rays. These may include:
- Images that are available almost immediately
- Detailed views that can be enlarged on a monitor
- Less time spent waiting for images to develop
- No chemical film-processing materials
- Lower radiation exposure than traditional film radiography
- Digital records that can support treatment planning and ongoing care
Because the images are stored digitally, they can also be reviewed alongside other records when planning treatment or monitoring changes over time.
How Digital X-Rays Support Diagnosis
A visual dental exam provides valuable information, but some problems begin beneath the surface of a tooth or below the gumline. Digital X-rays give our dentist another perspective by showing structures that cannot be evaluated fully by sight alone.
When combined with a clinical examination, these images can help Dr. Carreon identify concerns earlier, evaluate the extent of a problem and determine what additional care may be needed.
Digital X-Rays and Treatment Planning
Dental imaging is also useful when planning restorative, orthodontic and other types of dental treatment. Digital X-rays can provide information about tooth roots, bone levels, tooth position and surrounding structures before treatment begins.
They may be used when planning procedures such as root canal therapy, oral surgery or orthodontic treatment. When tooth movement is being considered, X-rays can complement other digital records used for treatments such as Invisalign® clear aligners.
Digital X-Rays and Other Dental Technology
Digital X-rays provide information about structures beneath the visible surface, while an intraoral scanner captures detailed three-dimensional images of the teeth that can be seen inside the mouth. These technologies serve different purposes and may be used together when gathering information for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Digital imaging is one of several technologies available at Oasis Studio Carreon Dental & Aesthetics. Visit our dental technology page to learn more about the tools our team uses to support accurate, efficient care.
Digital Dental Imaging in Littleton, CO
Dr. Carreon has been practicing dentistry since 2000 and continues her education several times each year. She believes in listening carefully to patients, explaining treatment clearly and using technology when it can improve diagnosis, planning or the patient experience.
When digital X-rays are recommended, our team will explain why the images are needed and how they will be used as part of your care.
Schedule an Appointment for Digital Dental X-Rays
If you have questions about digital imaging or need an examination that includes dental X-rays, contact Oasis Studio Carreon Dental & Aesthetics. Call 303-933-2066 to schedule your appointment and learn more about digital X-rays in Littleton, CO.
Frequently Asked Questions About Digital X-Rays
What are digital dental X-rays used for?
Digital dental X-rays are used to examine teeth, roots, bone and other structures that may not be fully visible during a clinical exam. They can support diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring of your oral health over time.
Are digital X-rays different from traditional dental X-rays?
Yes. Digital X-rays use electronic sensors instead of film. The images appear on a computer monitor shortly after they are taken and do not require chemical film processing.
Do digital dental X-rays use less radiation?
Digital radiography generally uses less radiation than traditional film-based dental X-rays. Our team will recommend X-rays based on your dental history, oral health and diagnostic needs.
What dental problems can digital X-rays detect?
Digital X-rays may help identify tooth decay, bone loss, infections, abscesses, fractures, changes in tooth roots and other concerns involving structures that cannot always be seen during a visual exam.
Will I need dental X-rays at every appointment?
Not necessarily. The timing of dental X-rays depends on your oral health, dental history, age, risk factors and whether Dr. Carreon needs additional information to diagnose or plan treatment.
Can digital X-rays help plan dental treatment?
Yes. Digital X-rays can provide information about tooth roots, bone and surrounding structures that may be important when planning restorative, orthodontic, endodontic or surgical treatment.
What is the difference between digital X-rays and an intraoral scanner?
Digital X-rays show structures beneath the visible surfaces of the teeth and gums, while an intraoral scanner captures detailed images of the visible teeth to create digital models. Each technology provides different information that can support diagnosis and treatment planning.
Where can I get digital X-rays in Littleton, CO?
Oasis Studio Carreon Dental & Aesthetics uses digital X-rays in Littleton to support dental exams, diagnosis and treatment planning. Call 303-933-2066 to schedule your appointment with our dentist and learn more about digital dental imaging.