In the past, taking X-rays at the dentist’s office involved having an uncomfortably large sensor in your mouth for several different takes. Then, they wouldn’t be developed and ready for your dentist to evaluate until later on in your appointment. With many advancements in technology, dental X-rays have gone digital. So what does that mean for your experience at Williamsburg Dental nowadays? Well, keep reading this post to learn about five benefits of this innovative technology.
Faster Diagnosis
At Williamsburg Dental, we respect your time and strive to be as efficient as possible so that you can get in, get the care you need, and get back to your life. With digital X-rays, the process is much more streamlined. That equates to fewer X-rays and the images are immediately available for review. In many cases, this saved time can lead to quicker diagnosis and treatment, and therefore faster, more efficient appointments at our office.
More Accuracy
Although digital X-rays are quicker, they don’t sacrifice on quality. In fact, they enhance it. Digital X-rays deliver clearer, crisper images so that our dentists can make more accurate diagnoses and identify signs of oral problems even in the early stages of development. By catching these issues earlier, we can save you from experiencing unnecessary pain and more extensive treatment later.
Better Health in the Long Term
Over time, overexposure to radiation can cause cancer and other health problems. Compared to film-based X-rays, digital X-rays emit 90 percent less radiation, reducing the likelihood of patients getting cancer or other issues from radiation.
More Comfortable Patient Experience
As most technology does as it progresses, the sensors for digital X-rays have become smaller and less bulky. Now you experience less discomfort, and because the X-rays can be taken much more efficiently, you spend less time in the chair and more time getting your to-do list done.
Higher Quality of Care
Did you know that we take digital X-rays once a year at your routine dental checkup appointment? We choose to do this because we believe that conservative treatment is the best way to keep your natural smile healthy and happy for a lifetime. Digital X-rays allow us to stop problems before they become larger, more serious issues down the road, helping us preserve more of your healthy tooth structure and saving you money in the long run.
As technology continues to advance, you can rest assured that our team at Williamsburg Dental will evolve right along with it, passing all the benefits of state-of-the-art technology on to you in your dental care. If it’s been a while since you last had X-rays done with a dentist, contact one of our Lincoln offices to schedule an appointment. We can make sure you enjoy good oral health now and for many years to come.
About the Practice
Williamsburg Dental has six locations around the Lincoln area. Our team consists of eight skilled, experienced dentists who are able to perform nearly any dental procedure you and your family may need. Our modern website makes it easy to make appointments online. Just click here and choose a location or click on “Click to Schedule” in the upper righthand corner of the website. Or you can call (402) 420-2222.