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Have you ever wondered how dental X-rays work or how safe they are for your child? Even though X-rays are a routine procedure when visiting the dentist, as a concerned parent you want to ensure your child is never exposed to something potentially dangerous. Allow us to shed some light on dental X-rays and hopefully set your mind at ease!
X-rays come in different forms including Intraoral X-rays – the most common form that displays conditions within the mouth – and extraoral X-rays – those that focus on the jaw and skull. These different types of x-rays allow your dentist to diagnose the state of your child’s smile and outline a course of treatment.
Your doctor will ensure your child is completely comfortable with the procedure before they begin, making sure to answer any questions along the way. We find that most children handle this exam with ease, we’re confident your child will feel no different at Kidtastic.
It’s important to note virtually all X-rays expose the patient to radiation, however miniscule. Your doctor will ensure you are never exposed to more radiation than is considered safe. Despite the safety measures, it’s important to thoroughly understand the risk.
X-rays are completely safe when they’re used according to their posted procedure. Anyone administering X-rays in a licensed setting has received specialized training designed to minimize the amount of radiation. The only radiation the device emits is during the time that photographs are taken, really just a flash in the pan.
The amount of radiation emitted is several thousand times less than dangerous levels that could burn the skin or cause serious illness. This dosage during a dental exam is considered negligible at best, far below the amount of radiation used in scans of major parts of the body. You can trust your child is well taken care of when they begin the simple and painless procedure.
