Dr. Frank Sierra is proud to offer the newest generation of digital x-ray equipment that guarantees your child is being exposed to the least radiation possible. We are now able to use a very small fraction of the normal dose of radiation to obtain the highest quality images available today. With our state-of-the-art PlanMeca Panoramic/Extraoral Bitewing machine, we are able to take the bitewing x-rays of the back teeth from the outside, without the child even having to put the sensors in their mouth. This is particularly important for the young or anxious child, or a child with a significant gag reflex, who may not be able to tolerate the traditional approach.  Our goal is to obtain the best possible images, in a comfortable manner, so we can better diagnose and appropriately treat your child.

 

Radiographs (X-Rays) are a vital part of your child’s comprehensive examination and without them, certain dental conditions (pathology) can and will be missed.  Radiographs detect much more than cavities and allow diagnosis of conditions such as: dental cysts and tumors, supernumerary teeth, congenitally missing teeth, ectopic eruption, dental anomalies, dental and alveolar fractures, as well as dental caries and abscess. If identified and treated early, such conditions are treated more comfortably for your child and more affordable for you..

 

As specialists in pediatric dentistry, we are particularly careful to utilize radiation exposure for diagnostic purposes only. Our office has taken the pledge to Image Gently from the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging.  With our new technology, contemporary safeguards, and our conservative protocols, the amount of radiation your child will receive from our digital systems is extremely small.

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