
X-Rays
X-rays are a vital tool for dental hygienists. It allows us to see the health of the the bone around teeth, the root anatomy, if there is any hidden deposit as well in addition to whether any cavities are present.
Photo of the xray tube head in the foreground, with a teal background and blurred out seaside images on the computer screens in the background.

A bitewing xray. Shared with patient permission.
A bitewing xray. Shared with patient permission.
Find small problems before they become big ones.
Xrays help hygienists to see root anatomy, bone levels and if there are any sneaky cavities we don’t want to disturb. We often send copies of x-rays to dentists for assessment, as needed.