Digital X-rays are used by dentists to get a close and detailed look at your teeth and mouth. Rather than traditional film, digital cameras use sensors that detect light waves to create images. They are very safe because they emit very little radiation compared to conventional X-rays. 

Digital X-rays are more convenient than traditional X-rays because they are taken instantly by the camera and viewed on a computer screen in the dental office. This eliminates the need to wait for the film to develop in a dark room before the dentist can view it. The images can also be enhanced with contrast and color to make them clearer and easier to see.

Digital X-rays are also safer for the environment because no chemicals are used to develop the films, and they are better for the office because they do not take up as much space as traditional X-ray machines. Digital images can be shared easily with other dentists and patients online. Plus, they reduce paper waste! Dentists also prefer intraoral or digital images rather than traditional X-rays because they give a better view of a specific tooth or area in the mouth.

Digital X-Rays vs. Traditional X-Rays

Digital X-rays are more convenient and safer than traditional film-based X-rays. Instead of developing the film in a dark room, the digital images are transferred onto a computer screen almost immediately. Digital X-rays also reduce your radiation exposure and eliminate the need to use chemicals that are harmful to the environment. 

Digital X-rays can also be shared with other doctors or specialists if needed. In addition, digital sensors are more comfortable than traditional film-on-a-tooth models. The sensor covers your entire mouth to ensure accurate images. 

Finally, taking digital X-rays is faster than taking traditional, film-based X-rays. Save time in the dental chair without sacrificing diagnostic quality with digital X-ray technology!

The Benefits of Digital X-Rays

Digital X-rays provide many unique benefits when compared to traditional film-based X-rays. First, they emit around 80% less radiation than conventional film-based X-rays. This is safer for patients and for the staff that administers the X-ray. 

Digital images are also immediately viewable on monitors throughout the dental office. This means that dentists and technicians can quickly view the image for diagnostic purposes or to show patients areas of concern. This increases efficiency while reducing wait times and hassle for the patient. 

Finally, digital X-rays allow our dental office to store your images digitally rather than storing physical films in a cabinet that could be lost or damaged in a natural disaster. 

Visit California Center for Laser Dentistry at 1844 San Miguel Dr #106, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, or call (925) 939-3997 to learn more about the benefits of digital X-rays.