Dental X-rays are high-tech pictures that can inform your dentists, Drs. Henrickson, Cha and Dahl, of the status and health of your teeth, tooth roots and underlying bone. Our dental team takes dental X-rays often to make sure everything is in tip-top shape. If you have questions about dental X-rays, our dental team is more than happy to help you. We would like to help you find the answers you’re looking for by providing the answers to these commonly asked questions:
Q: What are dental X-rays?
A: Dental X-rays are in-depth pictures of the mouth. They inform your dentist of the health and condition of your entire mouth. They are very important in every dental care plan.
Q: What types of X-rays are available?
A: The Bitewing and Panoramic X-rays are the most commonly used X-rays. The Bitewing X-rays take simple pictures of the mouth while the Panoramic X-rays take a detailed picture of the entire mouth in one film.
Q: Do X-rays hurt?
A: X-rays do not cause pain or discomfort, so there is no need to be anxious or nervous.
To learn more about dental X-rays in Burnsville, Minnesota, please reach out to Twin Cities Modern Dentistry and talk to a member of our dental team. All you need to do is dial 952-941-9829 and we will be more than happy to help you. We look forward to talking with you!