Digital X-Rays

Digital X-rays are a safe, fast, and essential tool for protecting your oral health. At Crosstown Hershey Dental, digital imaging helps your dentist see what isn’t visible during a standard exam—such as cavities between teeth, infections at the root, bone loss from gum disease, impacted teeth, and changes beneath existing fillings or crowns. By catching concerns early, digital X-rays support more conservative treatment and help prevent small issues from becoming bigger problems.

Compared to traditional film X-rays, digital X-rays use significantly less radiation and provide immediate, high-resolution images. The process is quick and comfortable: a small sensor is positioned in the mouth, and images appear on a screen within seconds. Because the images are digital, they can be enlarged, enhanced, and shared easily, allowing your dentist to explain findings clearly and involve you in treatment decisions.

Digital X-rays also play an important role in planning many dental services. They help evaluate tooth roots and jawbone health before crowns, extractions, implants, and root canal treatment. For children and teens, X-rays can monitor developing teeth and guide care for orthodontic concerns or eruption issues. For adults, they help track changes over time and ensure your smile stays stable.

Your dentist will recommend X-rays based on your age, risk for decay, symptoms, and dental history. If you are pregnant or have special health considerations, let the team know so appropriate precautions can be taken.

At Crosstown Hershey Dental, digital X-rays are part of a proactive approach—delivering accurate information, supporting early diagnosis, and helping you maintain a healthy, confident smile.