What Type Of X-Rays Will Be Used On My Child?
Depending on the level of decay that your child has or the
amount of cavities will depend on how often and what type of x-rays will be
used for your child. Dental x-rays are taken in order for Dr. Fuller to see
everything that is going on in your child’s mouth below the gum line.
A panoramic x-ray is the one where they will sit in a big
chair or stand and pictures are taken of the whole mouth. They show all of the
teeth in one shot. They also show the bone structure in the jaw, the sinuses
above the upper teeth, as well as the temporomandibular
joints. This type of x-ray does not
place anything in your child’s mouth. A panoramic x-ray may also be recommended
if they have injury to their face, in order to get a full picture of any damage
that may have been done.
Another type of x-ray that may be
recommended for your child is called bitewing x-rays. This type of x-ray is usually not recommended
until your child’s back molars have erupted. Bitewings help, Dr. Fuller to view
if there are any cavities or decay and to see problems between the teeth. This may not occur until your child is between
four and six years old. If there is a large amount of decay or cavities forming
in the mouth, it may be recommended for your child to have x-rays on a regular
basis in order to make sure all cavities are taken care of efficiently.
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