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Pediatric Dental Digital X-rays

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X-rays (radiographs) are one of the most valuable tools a dentist has for diagnosing problems in the teeth and jaws. Digital dental x-rays are used in children to monitor tooth growth and development as well as decay.

Benefits of digital x-rays for children

During an exam, the dentist performs a visual inspection of the teeth, gums, and tongue. However, not all issues can be detected by a visual examination alone. That’s where digital x-rays come into play.

Digital x-rays help us keep your child’s mouth and teeth healthy as they grow. X-rays can help us see and diagnose:

  • Cavities. Most cavities can be found during an oral exam, but some may only show on an x-ray.
  • Erupting teeth. Permanent teeth usually begin erupting around the age of six for most children. X-rays help us to monitor this eruption.
  • Injury. If your child has an accident or injury that impacts their mouth, we will use x-rays to evaluate the impact of an injury or assist with orthodontic treatment.
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Types of Digital Dental X-rays

Our pediatric dentists tap into different kinds of x-rays during your child’s appointment. Depending on the issue being evaluated, our pediatric dentists may request one or more of the following types of digital x-rays:

  • Bitewing x-rays – Imaging of the upper and lower teeth in one area of the mouth
    – Purpose: To find unseen cavities
  • Periapical x-rays – Imaging of only one or two teeth
    – Purpose: Diagnosis of cavities and jaw or root issues
  • Panoramic x-rays – Imaging of the child’s entire mouth
    – Purpose: Assess the development of your child’s smile, including emerging or impacted teeth
  • Occlusal x-rays – Imaging providing a full view of the top or bottom jaw
    – Purpose: Assess how your child’s teeth fit together
  • Orthodontic x-rays – Imaging that shows the entire side of your child’s head
    – Purpose: Assess any orthodontic needs
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How Often Does My Child Need X-rays?

We typically recommend having digital x-rays done once per year as a preventative measure. If your child suffers an injury or is showing signs of another issue, we may also recommend the use of x-rays to properly diagnose and treat them. 

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    Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864
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