Imaging
Radiographs
Dental X-rays can help your dentist detect oral health issues, like cavities and gum disease, before they worsen.
There are many different types of dental X-rays, including intraoral (taken inside your mouth) and extraoral (taken outside your mouth). Dental X-rays are essential to complete a comprehensive examination.
Bitewing X-rays
Bitewings show the upper and lower teeth in one area of your mouth. These dental X-rays help your dentist detect decay between your teeth or any changes that occur just below your gum line.
Periapical X-rays
A periapical X-ray shows your entire tooth, from the crown to the root. This type of X-ray helps your dentist detect decay, gum disease, bone loss and any other abnormalities of your tooth or surrounding bone.
Itero Scan
An iTero scan in dentistry is a digital, intraoral scanning process that uses a handheld device to capture a 3D model of a patient’s teeth and gums, providing a detailed and accurate representation of your oral cavity.
Benefits:
- Patients can see their teeth in 3D, which can help them understand their treatment options and feel more confident in the process.
- The iTero scanner can help predict the results of dental treatments, such as Invisalign, dental implants, dental crowns, and dental bridges.
- iTero scanners are known for their high accuracy, ensuring precise treatment plans and restorations.
Clinical Photography
Accurate dental photography helps document a patient’s dental health, providing a baseline for treatment and a record of progress over time. Images can also assist dentists in planning treatment, allowing for a more precise and effective approach.
The images can also facilitate communication with specialists, labs, and other dental professionals, when referrals are required.