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Dental X-RaysRead the Dental X-Rays article » Types of Intraoral X-RaysThere are several types of intraoral X-rays, each of which shows different aspects of teeth.
Types of Extraoral X-RaysThere are several types of extraoral X-rays that your dentist may wish to take.
Recommended Reading Related to Dental X-RaysIntroductionTo treat a cavity your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then "fill" the area on the tooth where the decayed material once lived. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse (such as from nail-biting or tooth grinding ). What Steps Are Involved in Filling a Tooth? First, the dentist will numb the area around the tooth to be worked on with a local anesthetic. Next, a drill, air abrasion instrument or laser will be used to remove the decayed area. The choice of instrument depends on the individual dentist's comfort level, training, and investment in the particular piece of equipment as well as location and extent of the decay. Next, your dentist will probe or test the area during the decay removal process to determine if all the decay has been removed. Once the decay has been removed, your dentist will prepare the space for the filli... Other Related Dental X-Rays ArticlesEmergency Contact for Allen
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