X-RAYS
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December 19, 2022
X-RAY
Dental x-rays or radiographs are images of the teeth that the dentist uses to evaluate the oral health of the patient. These use low level radiation to capture images of he interior of the teeth and gums. Issues such as cavities, decay, bone recession and impacted teeth can be identified through different radiographic images
Dental x-rays or radiographs are images of the teeth that the dentist uses to evaluate the oral health of the patient. These use low level radiation to capture images of he interior of the teeth and gums. Issues such as cavities, decay, bone recession and impacted teeth can be identified through different radiographic images
- Periapical xray (D0220 – D0230)
- This type of x-ray captures the whole tooth from the crown to the rooth.
- This shows a small section of the upper and lower teeth.
- Could be used to detect changes in the root and surrounding bone structures.
- Dental codes for Periapical x-ray
- D0220 - Intraoral - periapical first radiographic image
- D0230 - Intraoral - periapical each additional film
- Images of periapical x-ray
- BWs / Bitewing Xrays (D0274)
- Shows the upper and lower teeth in one area of the mouth
- It shows the tooth from the crown to the supporting bone
- This x-ray can detect decay between teeth and changes in the thickness of the bone caused by gum disease
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Image of bws:
- FMX (D0210) – Full Mouth Xray
- It is an x-ray composed of a series of individual images, including a combination of bitewing and periapical
- These images are significant for dental work such as root canals, extractions, and gum disease treatment.
- Image of FMX:
- Pano (D0330) – Panoramic Xray
- Just like panoramic photos, are used to take images of your entire mouth area
- It shows the position of fully emerged, emerging, and impacted teeth, all in one image
- Image of panoramic x-ray