Why digital X-rays matter for accurate diagnosis in family dentistry

If it’s been awhile since you’ve seen your family dentist in Surrey, and you haven’t yet experienced digital x-rays, you’re in for a treat–the non-sugary kind of course!

It’s fair to say past dental x-rays were kind of…bulky. And slow to process. And produced a static image. They worked well to give an inside view of what’s going on with teeth. But now there’s something better: digital x-rays. Digital x-rays are more comfortable for patients, provide instant feedback, pass on less radiation, and give a far better picture of what’s going on.

Digital x-rays provide for better diagnoses

• More comfortable for patients
• Instant images
• Deliver less radiation
• High resolution can be explored in more detail

Dental x-rays in the past had a reputation for being big, bulky and a fair bit pokey. That has changed with today’s digital x-rays. They’re smaller, easier to place, and faster to process, making the experience more comfortable and convenient for the patient. Those with stronger gag reflexes might find modern x-rays easier to tolerate. They also reduce radiation exposure which benefits everyone, particularly those needing x-rays more frequently, as well as dental staff.

Another benefit of digital x-rays is the speed of processing. Images are ready instantly and uploaded to a computer. Treatment plans can be discussed and agreed upon during the same appointment, saving patients' time. 

Additionally, digital images have greater resolution which means they’re more accurate because details are clearer. Plus, images can be enhanced. So, your dentist can zoom in on areas that raise suspicion. The ability to enhance x-rays increases the chance of finding problems that otherwise may be missed. 

So! If you’ve been procrastinating because you don’t like getting x-rays taken, it’s time to book an appointment with your family dentist. Surrey practices now offer digital x-rays which are more comfortable, use less radiation, give instant feedback, and are better detailed. All of which allows for faster and more accurate diagnoses.

Visit Riverside Heights Dental near the Guildford Mall in North Surrey. New and procrastinating patients are always welcome! Contact us online, or give us a call: 604-584-2535