BEST ORAL CARE IN ANNA NAGAR! We use dental X-rays to detect or rule out a variety of oral health issues: Tooth decay – Areas of decay show up as dark spots in X-ray images. X-rays are especially helpful by revealing hard-to-see decay between teeth. Periodontal disease – Infection around the root of a tooth can occur below the gum line. Naturally, X-ray imaging must be used to see what’s going on. Cracks in teeth and fillings – Hairline cracks are often invisible to the naked eye, but become more obvious on X-ray. This is often an early sign that a crown will be needed to save the tooth. Cysts – Lumps, polyps, nodules and soft tissue growths below the gum line can be more readily seen with routine X-rays. Cancer – Bone and other types of cancers can be identified at an early stage, improving treatment options. Infection – X-rays can reveal certain bacterial infections. They become useful for detecting the possibility of a failed root canal. Bone loss – X-ray is an essential tool when diagnosing advanced cases of periodontal disease. Impacted teeth – X-rays can show the exact position of teeth that have not erupted yet. X-rays reveal their location and direction. Unerupted teeth – As children mature, X-rays confirm the position of permanent teeth. They also show any blockages to their proper eruption.