Digital X-rays

We believe that digital radiography is one of the most important developments in dentistry. This is because of the number of benefits that it brings to our patients, including:

• Better and quicker diagnosis
• Less exposure to radiation
• Less damage to the environment from harsh chemicals and waste

Better diagnosis

Unlike traditional film, digital x-ray images can be enhanced to allow us to make an extremely accurate diagnosis. We can magnify images, sharpen them, or colour them to help us see exactly what’s going on. This means that your treatment is going to be more precise than ever. We can store images on your digital file and bring them up quickly and easily at a later appointment. It’s also possible to superimpose images taken at different times, making it easy to monitor any changes. Digital x-rays are also much faster to produce so we can diagnose and treat you in much less time.

Less radiation

Digital x-rays reduce exposure to radiation by up to 80% compared with traditional film-based X-rays. Although today’s film-based radiography is safe, we are always looking for ways to improve and digital x-rays allow us to minimise exposure to both patients and operators.

Better for the environment

We take pride in looking after the environment. Digital x-ray technology allows us to be more environmentally responsible because it does not use the harsh chemicals needed for traditional x-rays. We also no longer need to take up as much space for storing film x-rays, with all the heating and lighting associated with it, further reducing our environmental footprint.

Technology because we care

Digital x-rays help us provide you with the highest possible levels of service and care. You can rest assured that when you visit us, we have invested in the latest technology. This is because we are invested in you and making sure we are properly equipped to give you the dental health you deserve.