Advanced Dental X-Rays for Accurate Diagnosis & Safer Care

Dental X-rays are like a camera that snaps pictures, but instead of capturing what we see with our eyes, they go beneath the surface of your teeth and gums. While your dentist can examine what’s visible, a dental X-ray helps spot problems that can’t be seen by the naked eye, such as cavities between teeth, infections, or bone loss. Today’s digital dental X-rays use very low radiation and are designed with safety in mind. These clear images help your dentist catch issues early, make accurate diagnoses, and create a treatment plan that fits your needs.

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Conditions Dental Radiographs Help Identify Early

Dental radiographs play a big role in finding problems early, often before you feel pain or notice symptoms. A dental X-ray can help detect cavities hiding between teeth, early gum disease, bone loss, infections near the tooth root, and impacted teeth like wisdom teeth. Mouth X-rays also help dentists monitor existing dental work and spot changes over time. By finding issues early, your dentist can recommend simpler, more affordable treatments and help protect your long-term oral health before it escalates into something more serious.

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Different Dental X-Ray Types for Complete Oral Evaluation

With today's advanced technology, there are several types of dental X-rays, and each one gives your dentist a different view of your mouth:

  • Bitewing X-rays show the upper and lower teeth together and are commonly used to find cavities between teeth.
  • Periapical X-rays focus on one or two teeth from the crown to the root, and help spot infections or root problems.
  • Panoramic X-rays capture a wide view of your entire mouth, including jawbones and wisdom teeth.
  • Full-mouth X-ray series combine several images to give a complete picture of your oral health.

Your dentist will recommend the right teeth X-ray based on your age, dental history, and current concerns. All dentist X-rays are taken with accuracy and safety as top priorities.

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Dental X-Ray Costs: What to Expect

The cost of a dental X-ray can vary depending on the type needed, how many images are taken, and how often they’re required. Bitewing X-rays typically cost less than panoramic or full-mouth X-ray series. Insurance often covers routine dental radiography, especially for preventive care. Pricing can vary by location and your insurance coverage. Teeth X-rays are a smart investment as they help catch problems early and may prevent more costly treatments down the road.

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Dental X-Ray Preparation and Procedure

Getting a mouth X-ray is simple and stress-free with no preparation needed. Your dentist will give you a protective lead apron to wear, and a small sensor will be placed in your mouth for a few seconds while the image is taken. The process is quick, painless, and non-invasive. Most teeth X-rays are completed in just minutes, and your dentist can review the images with you right away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are dental X-rays safe for patients of all ages?

Yes. Modern dental X-rays use very low levels of radiation and are considered safe for both children and adults.

Can you get a dental X-ray during pregnancy?

Yes, because our X-rays use very low levels of radiation, we use lead shields to protect from exposure; they are safe to use during pregnancy.

How often should you get dental X-rays for routine care?

This depends on your oral health, age, and risk for cavities or gum disease, but we usually recommend a yearly mouth x-ray to make sure that everything is good.

Why are dental X-rays necessary for accurate diagnosis?

Dentist X-rays allow your dentist to see problems that aren’t visible during an exam, leading to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment planning.

What are dental X-rays and how do they work?

Dentist X-rays use a small amount of radiation to create images of your teeth, roots, and jawbone, helping your dentist spot hidden dental issues early.

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Apex
966 US-64, Apex, NC 27523
919-466-7000
Ashland
130 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005
804-798-2776
Benson
12330 Highway 210, Suite 115, Benson, NC 27504
919-207-2077
Burlington
3735 S Church St #101, Burlington, NC 27215
336-331-7002
Carolina Shores/Calabash
9869 Ocean Hwy W Suite 1 & 2, Carolina Shores, NC 28467
910.292.8428
Cary Dentistry for Kids
1000 Crescent Green #200, Cary, NC 27518
919-851-0011
Cary Family - Crescent Green
1000 Crescent Green #202, Cary, NC 27518
919-858-0088
Cary Orthodontics
1203 NW Maynard Rd #1A, Cary, NC 27513
919-466-0909
Cary West
1203 NW Maynard Rd #1A, Cary, NC 27513
919-858-0088
Charlotte - Independence
6316 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28212
980-265-3180
Charlotte University
8320 University Executive Park Dr Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28262
704-248-8327
Charlotte - Williams Pond
7940 Williams Pond Ln # 200, Charlotte, NC 28277
704-542-6090
Chesapeake
4107 Portsmouth Blvd #107, Chesapeake, VA 23321
757-488-3392
Chester Specialty
2930 W Hundred Road, Suite B, Chester, VA 23831
804-533-7433
Clayton
31 Oleander Dr, Clayton, NC 27527
919-550-5251
Clayton Orthodontics
31 Oleander Dr, Clayton, NC 27527
919-296-1700
Clemmons
4168 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012
336-331-9368
Colonial Heights
456 Charles H. Dimmock Pkwy, Suite #5, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 520-4088
Columbia
9007 Two Notch Road, Suite B, Columbia, SC 29223
803-212-0387
Concord
40 Pitts School Road SW, Concord, NC 28027
704-461-0707
Crewe
600 W. Virginia Ave, Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 645-7558
Crozet
325 Four Leaf Ln #10, Charlottesville, VA 22903
434-823-2290
Durham
1125 NC-54 #807, Durham, NC 27707
919-246-9057
Fayetteville-Raeford
6950 Nexus Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28304
910-864-2400
Fort Mill
360 Fort Mill Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Mill, SC 29715
803-228-7380
Garner
5638 Veterans Pkwy #214, Garner, NC 27529
919-661-6161
Garner Orthodontics and Pediatric
5638 Veterans Pkwy Suite 109, Garner, NC 27529
919-772-1463
Goldsboro
2702 Medical Office Pl, Goldsboro, NC 27534
919-731-2331
Greensboro
604 Dolley Madison Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
336-854-2990
Hampstead
43 Shuckin St Suite 104, Hampstead, NC 28443
910-270-3602
Harrisburg
13470 Plaza Rd Extension, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28215
980-825-7382
High Point
2783 NC-68, Suite 107, High Point, NC 27265
336-841-0000
Holly Ridge
200 US-17 N, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
910-329-8191
Kannapolis
1829 S Ridge Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28083
704-938-4211
Kenbridge
202 E. 5th Ave., Kenbridge, VA 23944
(434) 676-8023
Knightdale
1001 Widewaters Parkway, Knightdale, NC 27545
919-266-6999
Knightdale Orthodontics
1001 Widewaters Parkway, Knightdale, NC 27545
919.930.8550
Leland
1215 W Gate Dr STE 180, Leland, NC 28451
910-663-1223
Mebane
1931 NC-119, Mebane, NC 27302
336-270-2919
Mechanicsville
8120 Pleasant Grove Rd Suite 200, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 915-1440
Midlothian
2273 Chartermark Drive, Midlothian, VA 23114
(804) 739-3131
Mocksville
191 Cooper Creek Dr Suite 106, Mocksville, NC 27028
336.753.6630
Monkey Junction Orthodontics
6132 Carolina Beach Rd Suite 6, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-392-9101
New Bern
2048 Waterscape Way, New Bern, NC 28562
252-638-3600
North Myrtle Beach
900 Hwy 17 S Suite E, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-491-6021
Oxford
111 E Industry Dr, Oxford, NC 27565
919-693-8922
Porters Neck Orthodontics
8201 Market St Bldg B, Wilmington, NC 28411
910-795-1287
Raleigh
3614 Haworth Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
919-834-4450
Raleigh Falls
4400 Falls of Neuse Rd #202, Raleigh, NC 27609
919-872-1000
Richmond
6750 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 272-7040
Rock Hill
2391 Dave Lyle Blvd, Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-992-8283
Rocky Mount - Oakwood
105 Wayfarer Ct, Rocky Mount, NC 27801
252-977-6440
Rocky Mount - Sunset
3769 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
252-443-0048
Selma
1111 S Pollock St, Selma, NC 27576
919-965-2552
Selma Orthodontics
1111 S Pollock St, Selma, NC 27576
919-561-6082
Shallotte
301 S Willis Dr #100, Shallotte, NC 28470
910-754-7700
Southport
2831 Midway Rd SE Suite 116, Bolivia, NC 28422
910-408-4436
Suffolk
2003 Meade Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-1492
Wakefield
13251 Falls of Neuse Rd #141, Raleigh, NC 27614
919-556-6666
Wake Forest
12244 Wake Union Church Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-556-2997
Wilmington - Downtown
124 Walnut St STE 101, Wilmington, NC 28401
910-254-4555
Wilmington - Monkey Junction
6132 Carolina Beach Rd Suite 6, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-392-9101
Wilmington - Porters Neck
8201 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28411
910-550-1853
Wilmington - The Pointe
1124 Gallery Pk Blvd Ste 101, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-218-1222
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201 Charlois Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
(336) 331-3500
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