x-rays

How Valuable are Dental X-rays, Really?

There’s no substitute for a dental X-ray in seeing everything we need to know about your teeth, jaw and sinuses. We can diagnose decay under old fillings, abscesses, bone loss due to periodontal (gum) disease, cancer and tumors, extra and impacted teeth. We couldn't see these conditions [...]

By |2013-07-16T00:00:22-07:00July 16, 2013|Preventative Dentistry|Comments Off on How Valuable are Dental X-rays, Really?

Dental X-ray FAQs

Why do I need X-rays? X-rays, or radiographic examinations, provide us with an important tool that shows the condition of your teeth, its roots, jaw placement, and the overall composition of your facial bones. X-rays can help determine the presence or degree of periodontal disease, abscesses, and [...]

By |2013-02-05T00:00:47-08:00February 5, 2013|Preventative Dentistry|Comments Off on Dental X-ray FAQs

Your Child’s First Dental Visit

When should my child first see a dentist, and why? The ideal time is six months after your child's first (primary) teeth erupt. This time frame is a perfect opportunity for us to carefully examine the development of your child's mouth. Because dental problems often start early, [...]

By |2012-08-14T00:00:15-07:00August 14, 2012|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Your Child’s First Dental Visit