Absolutely! Today's digital dental x-rays are safer than ever, as they emit 80 to 90 percent less radiation than traditional film-based x-rays.
To put it in perspective, you actually receive more radiation from your natural environment (the sun and soil) than you do from a dental x-ray.
Why Are Dental X-Rays Important?
Our dentists use dental x-rays for a variety of reasons. Primarily, they help our dentists see what's happening with your teeth internally. They also give us a baseline to follow with your dental health so we can spot any significant changes over the years.
X-rays are also helpful when we're diagnosing an emergency or problem with your tooth. They allow us to see decay or fractures that we may not see with the naked eye.
Dental x-rays are also integral to complex treatment planning for procedures such as orthodontic treatment with clear aligners or tooth replacement with dental implants.
Your Safety, Our Priority
At Moore Smiles, dental x-ray safety is important to your dentist in Sweetwater. That's why we've invested in digital technology for our x-rays and 3-D imaging.
Talk with our team at (423) 337-5045 if you have questions about digital x-rays at Moore Smiles.