How do OPG x-rays work?
The working of the OPG x-ray is based on the same principles as regular x-rays.

The scan procedure involves you resting your chin on a small chin rest in front of the x-ray machine and biting softly on a sterile mouthpiece while pressing your tongue against the hard palate. You will be asked to maintain maximum stillness during the scan for ensuring clear images.

Prior to the x-ray, you will be asked to remove any glasses, jewellery, hearing aids and dentures you may be wearing. The scan procedure is swift & pain-free with zero side effects and done within few seconds.

When do you need an OPG x-ray?

When it comes to dental health, it’s best to diagnose issues at the earliest possible time to avoid potential worsening resulting in chronic problems. This is where OPG x-ray proves important as it helps dentists acquire a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of dental conditions.

OPG x-rays may be carried out to diagnose or monitor:

Cavities within teeth
Fractures
Jaw dislocation
Infection
Tumours
Sinuses
Teeth impaction
OPG x-rays may also be conducted to help plan orthodontic treatment, identify and evaluate wisdom teeth development, and attain a brief overview of a person’s dental health.

What does OPG x-ray show?

The OPG x-ray shows a flattened ear-to-ear 2D view of a person, enabling the capture of images from varied angles for monitoring dental health & diagnosing potential issues. The structures apart from the viewed area are blurred.