Dental X-rays help Dr. Kvitko find problems in your mouth that can’t be detected with the naked eye. X-rays help to spot certain conditions and diseases such as:

• Cavities in between teeth
• Infections
• Cysts
• Tumors of the mouth and jaw

You’ve heard the old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That couldn’t be truer when it comes to dental x-rays. With an x-ray, early detection means more effective treatment. Dental conditions or diseases when caught early may help avoid more painful symptoms and treatment down the road. Preventive care savings add up quickly. For every one dollar you spend on preventive dental care like X-rays, you save in the long run. A dental X-ray can expose early stages of tooth decay. The earlier tooth decay is found, the easier and less expensive it is to treat.

How many X-rays does one person need?

The number of dental X-rays you’ll need depends on:

• Your age
• Dental history
• Symptoms, and
• Risk for dental disease

If you’re new to Dr. Kvitko’s office, you may need a new, complete set of X-rays – about 18 films in total. If you’ve been a patient with our office for a while, you may only need a few from time to time. Dr. Kvitko will determine how often you need X-rays based on your dental health and other risk factors.