Diagnostic Services
Diagnostic Imaging / Digital X-Rays
Low-radiation digital X-rays for fast, precise diagnosis of dental issues.
What digital diagnostic imaging means for you
Digital x-ray systems have replaced film at modern dental offices. Instead of developing film in a darkroom, digital sensors capture images electronically and display them on screen within seconds. That changes the experience for patients in a few practical ways.
Images are available immediately, so the dentist can review findings with you in real time, pointing to specific areas of concern and explaining what they show. There is no waiting, and nothing is left to memory or description alone.
Digital images are stored in your electronic dental record and can be pulled up at any future appointment, which makes it easy to compare current findings with earlier images and track changes over time.
Radiation and digital x-rays
Digital x-ray systems use significantly less radiation than older film-based technology. Digital sensors are more sensitive to radiation than film, so a much smaller dose is needed to produce a diagnostic-quality image.
X-rays are taken based on clinical need, not on a fixed schedule. The type and frequency of imaging recommended depend on your history, risk level, and what is being assessed. The dentist follows evidence-based guidelines and will always explain why a particular image is being recommended.
Types of diagnostic images
Depending on what is being evaluated, your diagnostic records may include several types of images:
Digital bitewing x-rays
The most common type, taken to find cavities between teeth and check bone levels in the back of the mouth.
Periapical x-rays
Show the full length of one or more teeth, including the root and surrounding bone. Used to investigate specific concerns such as infection, a root fracture, or bone changes.
Panoramic x-rays
A single image of the whole mouth, covering all teeth, both jaws, and the surrounding anatomy. Useful for new patient records and monitoring changes across the full arch.
Clinical photographs
Standardized photos of the teeth, gums, and bite, used to record a baseline and track changes in soft tissue or restorations.
Intraoral camera images
Close-up images taken inside the mouth during an exam, useful for recording specific findings and showing you what the dentist is seeing.
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Three-dimensional images used only when complex treatment, such as implant planning, needs more detail than a standard x-ray can give.
Learn MoreAccessing and transferring your records
Your diagnostic images belong to you. If you are being referred to a specialist, moving to a new provider, or seeking a second opinion, the office can provide copies of your records. Digital records are easy to export and share with other dental or medical providers when needed.
To request a copy of your records or have them sent to another provider, contact the office at 780-432-3430 and the team will help.
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