Intraoral Camera and Digital X-Rays in Great Neck

At Steven I. Cooper, DMD in Great Neck, we rely on two specialized technological advances—an intraoral camera and digital X-rays—to provide improved diagnostics and more delicate treatments. If you'd like more information on either of these two tools and how we use them, call Steven I. Cooper, DMD at (516) 210-5129, or submit a request on our website, and we'll be happy to answer your questions.

What's a Digital X-Ray?

Usually, when people think of an X-ray, they envision a gargantuan machine in their orthopedic surgeon's office. Although these machines take X-rays, they're primarily designed to X-ray large bones and the overall skeleton.

A digital X-ray, however, refers to X-rays taken of your teeth from different angles, and you've probably already had at least one of these. Dentists typically include at least one X-ray in their preliminary diagnostics during your initial appointment at their office, and may follow up periodically to ensure nothing has changed.

The four general types of digital X-rays include:

• Bite-wing X-rays: These show the upper and lower molars and highlight the areas where they meet.
• Occlusal X-rays: These show the bottom of the mouth and are mostly used to track the development of a child's teeth.
• Panoramic X-rays: These depict the entire mouth, including the jaws, jaw joints, nasal and sinus cavities, and teeth.
• Periapical X-rays: These show a close-up view of an entire tooth from the roots in the gum to the visible crown.

What's an Intraoral Camera?

An intraoral camera is similar to an X-ray but shows the exterior of a tooth, whereas an X-ray shows the interior. An intraoral camera is very small and can be inserted into the mouth to photograph one or more teeth or other items.

Although the term may be unimpressive, intraoral cameras have revolutionized the field of dentistry and greatly reduced the need for a metal mirror to examine hard-to-reach areas. It also illuminates the area and provides evidence, whereas the metal mirror provides no illumination and relies on the dentist's memory.

Intraoral cameras can transmit real-time images of a tooth or other area, zoom in, and highlight areas as necessary. This can be useful for a simple extraction or a complex surgical procedure. The intraoral camera has endless uses and has become an invaluable tool and timesaver for dentists and their patients.

Dental Advances and Steven I. Cooper, DMD Dental Care

The field of dentistry has made rapid advancements in the past decade and continues to evolve, yielding more sophisticated tools and techniques, such as intraoral cameras and miniature digital X-rays. At Steven I. Cooper, DMD in Great Neck, we use cutting-edge techniques and technologies to deliver the best dental care possible. Because of that, and our commitment to our patients, we're considered one of the best dental offices in the area. These tools and techniques enable us to provide more sophisticated treatments to our patients in less time than ever, even as recently as a decade ago. Other advances in dentistry include digital impressions and other dental devices that use 3D printing, using AI as a second opinion, implant alternatives that can eliminate the need for bone grafting, and more. Call us to discuss any of these and more, and we'll answer all your questions.

Need Dental Treatment?

If you need dental work or want more information about the latest advances in dentistry, we can help you. Contact our office at (516) 210-5129, and we'll answer all your questions, or you can submit a request online, and we'll get back to you quickly.

Don't procrastinate if you need dental care. You can’t have good physical health without good oral health. Since poor oral health has been linked to major diseases such as cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, and more, be sure to take good care of your oral health.

If it's been a while since you had an exam and cleaning, we'll be happy to schedule one for you. Annual exams are essential because your dentist can spot issues before you're aware of them, so that they don't escalate into a major issue.

Call Steven I. Cooper, DMD today at (516) 210-5129, and let us help you maintain your good oral health! We look forward to speaking with you.