Some people worry about dental X-rays do to excess radiation exposure but the fact is that one would need to have 2,000 dental x-rays done to equal the radiation in one mammogram, yet it still important for women to have regular mammograms done as advise by their doctor.

X-rays are equally important tool for your dentist in order to provide you with good dental care. Knowing the low dose may help put into perspective the importance of having dental x-rays and how x-rays help the dentist to detect hidden tooth decay, the presence of a cyst or tumor, determining the presence of permanent teeth detect oral cancer problems, root involvement with the sinuses and to help determine whether or not to remove a primary tooth