X-ray Cincinnati, OH

At MINT dentistry, we pride ourselves on being a state-of-the-art practice. That's why we only utilize the most advanced dental technologies available at our Cincinnati, OH location. MINT dentistry performs digital x-rays, also called digital radiographs, as part of every dental exam to obtain a better view of your mouth. Digital x-rays allow our team of board-certified dentists to diagnose conditions that are invisible to the naked eye so they can better understand the health of your jawbone and teeth. Quite a few oral health problems can be diagnosed using digital x-rays, like cysts, tooth decay (cavities), abscesses, bone loss, and tooth impaction. When a condition is found early, you tend to have more treatment options with a greater chance of success. During your yearly exam at MINT dentistry, digital x-rays help our team to more accurately diagnose and correct concerns.

Digital x-rays are often taken at your dental exams as a preventative measure. Your dentist may also recommend digital x-rays when you are experiencing pain or dental issues of any kind so we can correctly diagnose then treat your problem. Digital x-rays use less radiation compared to traditional x-rays, but MINT dentistry still prefers to minimize your exposure. While digital x-rays are considered safe for most patients, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should tell our MINT dentistry team before x-rays are taken so we can provide extra protection.

We'll have you get comfortable in one of our massaging chairs before your exam. After you decide whether to listen to your favorite jams on our Beats headphones or to watch a show on a flat-screen television, our team will take your x-rays. Often performed at the beginning of your appointment, x-rays at our Cincinnati, OH office generally take less than ten minutes to finish. For most visits, we will take images that include views of your teeth and jawbone. Once the images are taken, they will be uploaded immediately, so your MINT dentist can review the images throughout your exam. Should we find any problems, your dentist will explain the area of concern and go over your possible treatment options.

To make getting digital dental x-rays easy and convenient, we often perform them during your routine annual exam. Occasionally, MINT dentistry suggests a whole mouth x-ray to get a more complete view of your teeth and jawbone. These images will be safely attached to your file at MINT dentistry, so we can observe changes over time and identify any areas of concern. In most cases, there is no aftercare required following x-rays except whatever dental instructions are given to you by the MINT dentistry team. Follow-up appointments may be needed if treatment is required. Our team always encourages taking good care of your teeth at home with an oral hygiene routine, in addition to visiting for your professional cleanings every six months at our dental office in Cincinnati, OH to keep your smile healthy and beautiful.

Your dental insurance should cover your annual exam — this typically includes yearly digital x-rays. Our office will contact your insurance provider to determine if you have any additional costs. If you are paying out of pocket, MINT dentistry takes most payment methods and we can help you find low-interest financing. MINT dentistry is committed to ensuring that you have a thorough dental examination every year at our facility. Our use of state-of-the-art equipment, including digital x-rays, helps our team of dental professionals to give you the best possible care.

The secret to a beautiful smile is simple — preventive care and early intervention. Digital x-rays use advanced technology to help us find and address dental issues early with clarity and accuracy. An important part of an annual dental exam, digital x-rays give MINT dental professionals more information so we can see and correct hidden issues before they become painful. For a clear view of your dental health, contact our team in Cincinnati, OH to schedule your next dental exam at MINT dentistry and make sure your teeth are sexy.