At Douglas Pike Smiles, we use advanced digital dental X-rays in Smithfield, RI, to diagnose and monitor oral health issues quickly, accurately, and safely. Whether you’re here for a routine exam or have a specific dental concern, our digital imaging technology helps us provide the highest standard of care with minimal radiation exposure.
What Are Digital X-Rays?
Digital dental X-rays are high-resolution images that allow our team to see inside and between your teeth, under the gums, and into your jawbone — areas that aren’t visible during a standard exam. These images help detect issues early before they become more serious or painful.
Unlike traditional film X-rays, digital X-rays use electronic sensors and produce images that can be viewed instantly on a computer screen, allowing for faster diagnosis and greater patient involvement.Digital X-rays help us identify:
- Tooth decay between teeth or under fillings
- Bone loss due to gum disease
- Infections at the root or in the jaw
- Impacted teeth or abnormal growths
- Tooth development issues in children and teens
Benefits of Digital X-Rays
Choosing a practice that uses digital X-rays offers multiple advantages:
Low Radiation Exposure
Up to 90% less radiation than traditional film X-rays
Instant Results
Images appear within seconds, speeding up diagnosis and treatment
Enhanced Accuracy
Clear, high-resolution images help detect problems earlier
Easy Record Keeping
Images can be stored, shared, and compared easily over time
Environmentally Friendly
No film or chemical processing required
Digital X-Rays
Why Choose Douglas Pike Smiles?
At Douglas Pike Smiles, we prioritize your safety and comfort. That’s why we use state-of-the-art digital radiography equipment as part of your routine care. Dr. Abhishek Kapoor and our experienced team use digital X-rays to create personalized treatment plans based on accurate, detailed diagnostics.
We take every precaution to limit your radiation exposure and only take X-rays when necessary for your dental health.
Digital X-rays FAQs
Yes. Digital dental X-rays use significantly less radiation than traditional X-rays, making them extremely safe — even for children and pregnant women (when precautions are taken).
For most patients, X-rays are taken once a year during your dental exam. However, if you’re at higher risk for dental problems, we may take them more frequently.
Yes. Many dental issues — like cavities, infections, or bone loss — begin without symptoms and can only be seen with X-rays.
Yes, most dental insurance plans cover routine X-rays as part of your preventive care. We’re happy to verify your benefits and answer any coverage questions.
A digital X-ray typically takes just a few minutes, and the results are available instantly for review with your dentist.
If necessary, yes — with proper shielding. However, we typically limit X-rays during pregnancy unless there’s an urgent issue. Always inform us if you are or may be pregnant.