What is Dental Radiology?
Dental radiographs are an imaging method used to detect discomfort in intraoral disorders, determine the course and treatment. Dental caries, inflammation, bone loss disorders, or problems with the roots that cannot be seen on examination are easily detected by the X-ray method. with dental X-ray, we can detect diseases without progression and find short-term solutions. The X-ray method is quite short and comfortable procedure. In our clinic, we intervene without developing any conditions that may disturb our patients.
Is Dental Radiology Harmful?
As in any field, technology has developed very well in the dental a field. As with any radiographic imaging method used, there is necessarily an X-ray transmitted from these devices to the patient. But these x-rays are almost at the same level as those emitted from television or phone. The same Dental Radiology is used in children. There is no extra harm to children.
Disorders that Can be Detected by Dental Radiology?
• Joint disorders
• Benign or malignant cysts that form in and around the mouth
• Detection of bruises invisible to the naked eye and formed at the roots,
• Detection of fractures and dislocations that occur in the teeth and jaw,
• Detection of salivary gland diseases,
• Appearance of the condition of the tooth for surgical intervention
This Channel is used and functions in many areas such as patient monitoring before and after treatment.
The X-rays requested by our staff as a result of their examinations and experiences are as follows;
• Panoramic radiography, which shows the structure and condition of all teeth and bones in the mouth on a single X-ray,
• Periapical radiography, which shows two or three teeth together, which the patient often complains about and which the doctor wants to see in detail,
• Bite radiography showing the right or left segment of the mouth used to detect bruises,
It is in the form of three-dimensional imaging methods (Dental Volumetric Radiography-DVT) that can be taken before surgical procedures such as implant planning.
Panoramic X-Rays
It gives information about the teeth and the general structure of the tooth environment. If it is desired to elaborate, intra-oral (intra-oral) X-rays are taken.
Advantages of panoramic X-ray;
• Examining large areas in a single film is one of the most important factors.
• The risks of danger that may occur are minimized because the patient is exposed to fewer X-rays.
• The standing position is easier and allows you to save time.
• It can be easily used in patients and children who cannot open their mouths.
• Costs are lower for the patient.
Antalya Dental Radiology is the most preferred brand in treatment, but we do not only provide services in this field. We offer you the best services with our professional staff of Antalya Dentistry in many fields.