Differences of Digital Dental X-Rays

Thanks to the advanced technology of digital dental X-rays, we are able to make the diagnostic and treatment planning process faster, safer and more convenient for you. X-rays have long been a part of modern dentistry. We can use X-rays to see things that are not yet visible to the unaided eye or issues between teeth or below the gum line. They enable us to catch problems at an earlier stage and identify potential treatment strategies.

Digital X-rays work similarly to conventional X-rays but have some important differences. We insert a digital sensor into your mouth, and this sensor captures images of your teeth. This is much like the film of conventional X-rays, but the sensor takes an electronic picture that is then transmitted to our computer screen where we can more easily view it.

By incorporating digital X-rays into our practice, we can make your next visit much simpler. You will be exposed to less radiation, enjoy a shorter visit and view higher quality images. We can even quickly and efficiently transmit your images to other dentists to better coordinate your care when needed. Call us today to learn more or to schedule your appointment with our Hawthorne dentist.

Steps for Placement of Dental Fillings

Most of the bacteria in your mouth are beneficial or neutral, but some of it can be very harmful to your oral health. If too much of these dangerous bacteria build up, plaque will eat away at your dental enamel, and your teeth will begin to erode. This decay can be detected by a cosmetic dentist in Hawthorne, and if the decay has created cavities, you will need to get a dental filling to repair the damage.

You should be scheduling routine dental exams with your dentist at least twice a year so that any problems can be detected before they get too out of hand. When tooth decay gets too severe and makes its way to the center of the tooth, it can eventually necessitate a root canal to treat. But when the cavities are small and mild, a dental filling will usually suffice.

When you are getting a cavity treated, our expert in dental fillings in Hawthorne will first numb the area so that you are comfortable throughout the process. A special etching liquid is used to roughen the surface of the tooth and improve adhesion. Then the filling material is applied in thin layers to match the surface of your tooth before being cured and polished.