Digital X-Rays
Awesome Kids Dental and Orthodontics uses the most advanced dental technology
possible. This is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest
dental treatment techniques. As a kids dentist, we are dedicated to
providing your child with the safest and most convenient treatment
options available, we utilize advanced digital X-ray technology in our
state of the art Anaheim office.
Is a digital X-ray safer for kids?
As Anaheim's top children's dentist office, we care about your
child's health and well-being, we believe that reducing the amount of
radiation exposure is extremely important. Although the amount of
radiation used in dental X-rays is very small, the effect is cumulative,
so all radiation counts. Digital X-rays can reduce your child's
exposure to radiation by up to 80 percent!
Are there any advantages of digital X-Rays for kids?
- We want your children to be as comfortable as possible during their
dentist appointment, and digital X-rays eliminate the need to bite down
on a sharp piece of film encased in plastic.
- There is no need to wait for the X-ray film to be developed before it can be viewed, so the entire checkup can be a lot shorter.
- The digital images can be enlarged and manipulated, giving
the pediatric dentist and orthodontist a clearer, more detailed look at
your child's teeth.
- Because your child can see the image enlarged on a screen, they can
better understand why taking care of their teeth is important.
- It's better for the earth! There is no need to use harmful chemicals to process film.
As the premier pediatric dentist office in North Orange County,
our dentists and orthodontists are focused on making your
child's experience as comfortable as possible. At their next
appointment, the pediatric dentist will be happy to answer any questions
you may have.
precautions to ensure the X-ray process does not unduly damage the child’s cells and bodily tissues.
First, the child will be covered in a lead apron to protect the body from unnecessary exposure. Second, the dentist will use shields to protect the parts of the face that are not being X-rayed. Finally, the pediatric dentist will use high-speed film to reduce radiation exposure as much as possible.
If you have questions or concerns about dental radiographs or X-rays, please contact your pediatric dentist.
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