Sometimes, a regular dental X-ray doesn’t provide all the details our dentist needs to fully assess your oral health. For a more complete picture, Parkway Family Dental offers panoramic X-rays. This advanced technology allows Dr. Jacob Wood to capture a full view of your entire smile in a single image, making it easier to evaluate your needs and plan effective treatments.
What Are Panoramic X-Rays?
Panoramic X-rays provide a complete view of your upper and lower dental arches, including all your teeth, jawbones, and surrounding facial structures. Unlike standard bitewing X-rays, which show only a few teeth at a time, panoramic X-rays offer a broad perspective, enabling a more thorough evaluation of your oral health.
This technology helps us:
- Assess the need for orthodontics and monitor treatment progress.
- Diagnose impacted teeth, such as wisdom teeth.
- Analyze the development of periodontal disease.
- Evaluate the TMJ (jaw joint) for disorders.
- Detect oral cancer and other abnormalities.
- Plan precise dental implant placement.
- Diagnose tooth decay, abscesses, cysts, and tumors.
- Assess dental or facial trauma.
The panoramic X-ray machine is designed for your comfort and convenience. The process is fast and simple—the machine rotates around your head, capturing high-definition, detailed images almost instantly. This painless procedure provides Dr. Wood with the critical information needed to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
At Parkway Family Dental, we use the latest dental technology to ensure you receive the best possible care. Contact us to find out more about panoramic X-rays and how they can improve your oral health. Let us help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile!