- What Are Dental X-Rays?
- How Are Dental X-Rays Performed?
- What Are the Benefits of Digital Dental X-Rays?
- Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Reviews
- Frequently Asked Questions About Dental X-Rays
- Get a Clearer Picture of Your Dental Health
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What Are Dental X-Rays?
Not every dental problem can be seen by simply looking at your teeth and gums. Dental x-rays give our providers at Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry a closer look at areas beneath the surface, helping us identify concerns that may not be visible during a routine examination. Our practice uses digital dental x-rays when needed to help evaluate our patients' oral health, diagnose dental problems, or plan the appropriate treatment. From cavities and impacted teeth to infections, bone loss, and more, x-rays can provide a clearer picture of your oral health so that you and our team can make more informed treatment decisions. Find out how digital x-rays can fit into your oral health plan by scheduling a comprehensive dental examination with our team in Warwick, RI.
How Are Dental X-Rays Performed?
Digital dental x-rays are generally taken during an exam. After taking you to our state-of-the-art imaging room, we'll position a small digital sensor inside your mouth and have you gently bite down to hold it in place. We'll position the sensor differently, depending on which areas we need to examine. The process is quick, and because the digital x-rays are sent to our computer, we'll be able to review them with you right away and build a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
What Are the Benefits of Digital Dental X-Rays?
Precision matters when it comes to your oral health. Using digital x-rays, our team at Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry can more accurately diagnose dental conditions and plan your care accordingly. Dental x-rays offer a wide range of benefits for our patients in the Warwick, RI area, including:
- Detecting dental problems that may not be visible during a routine examination
- Identifying cavities and other concerns before they cause noticeable symptoms
- Revealing changes around tooth roots and the bone supporting your teeth
- Finding impacted teeth, infections, and other hidden oral health concerns
- Providing fast results with minimal radiation exposure
- Giving you a clearer picture of your overall oral health
- Supporting more informed decisions about your dental care
Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Reviews
Dr. Pavlotski has been my families dentist over 25 years. She is very efficient and I have never had a bad experience what so ever!
New Dentist and the best I've had - Dr. Pavlotsky, the dental hygienist & receptionist were all incredibly kind & professional. They made me feel at ease & I can actually say I had a very pleasant & even enjoyable experience. As a woman recovering from a long term eating disorder, I've always had fear &anxiety to the point of tears when visiting dentist, but all of that washed away the moment I met Dr. Pavlotsky. She was kind, patient, understanding, and gave me advice as well as words of comfort. She asked all the right questions & let me voice my concerns & share my story. I felt at ease & at peace for the 1st time in my adult life, at 38 yrs old, sitting in a dentist chair! I am very happy to be a new patient and I look forward to remaining a patient there. Absolutely the best dentist practice I've been to. 5 starts and more!!
Always available, alway attentive, always helpful, great work, love them
Excellent Dentist, restored my earlier damaged crown beautifully. Also a lovely lady with an amazing comedic style…She could moonlight as a stand up comedian…
Dr. Pavlotsky and her staff are wonderful! Thank you for taking care of my filling.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental X-Rays
Are dental x-rays safe?
Dental x-rays use a small amount of radiation, and modern digital imaging helps minimize the amount of radiation needed to produce diagnostic images. At Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we only use x-rays when they're needed to provide useful information about your oral health, always following appropriate safety practices to limit exposure.
Can you get dental x-rays while pregnant?
Dental x-rays can be performed during pregnancy when they're needed for your dental care. If you're pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, let our team know before your appointment so we can take your pregnancy into consideration when planning your care. The American Dental Association considers dental radiographs safe during pregnancy when clinically appropriate.
What do dental x-rays show?
There's no single schedule that works for every patient. The timing of dental x-rays will depend on factors such as your oral health, age, history of dental problems, and any symptoms or concerns you're experiencing. Our providers will recommend x-rays when they can provide useful information for your diagnosis or treatment.
How often should I get dental x-rays?
Dental x-rays can show parts of your teeth and surrounding structures that aren't visible during a routine examination. Depending on the type of images we take, they may help us identify cavities, infections, changes around tooth roots, bone loss, impacted teeth, and other concerns. X-rays provide additional information that our team can use alongside your clinical examination.
Can dental x-rays show cancer?
Dental x-rays may reveal changes or abnormalities that need further evaluation, but they cannot diagnose oral cancer on their own. If our team notices an area of concern during an examination or on your x-ray, we'll explain what we see and recommend any additional evaluation that may be appropriate.
Get a Clearer Picture of Your Dental Health
At Dr. Anna Pavlotsky Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we're committed to helping our patients better understand their oral health so they can feel confident knowing their smile is in good hands. Digital x-rays are just one of the advanced tools we offer for Warwick, RI patients and families who are looking for a more thoughtful approach to dental care. Schedule a consultation and exam with our team today to learn more.