Better Imaging

Means more effective dental care.

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Better Imaging

Means more effective dental care.

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Digital Dental X-rays

Digital dental X-rays are an instrumental part of every pet dental cleaning at Neighborhood Veterinary Centers. Like an iceberg, more than half of every tooth lies hidden beneath the gum line—and in this unseen place, bacteria does irreversible damage to the root, its ligaments, and the surrounding jaw bone. Meanwhile, above the gum line, the visible crown can look picture-perfect, and give no indication of the painful disease below.

A small dog with silky brown and tan fur stands with its tongue out, inside a room with a blurred background, eagerly awaiting its visit to the vet. The dog has pointy ears and a shiny coat, looking towards the camera with an alert expression.
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At NVC, we rely on digital dental X-rays to provide a comprehensive picture of each tooth above and below the gum line, as well as in relation to its neighboring teeth and bone. All X-rays are reviewed by your pet’s veterinarian and used to direct their oral cavity exam, when all oral structures are evaluated and probed for anomaly or disease.

Digital Dental FAQs

Dental X-rays can confirm and inform the veterinarian of many abnormalities, including:

  • Dental cavities
  • Tooth root resorption
  • Feline oral resorptive lesions (FORLs)
  • Bone loss
  • Cancer
  • Jaw fracture
  • Crown or root fracture
  • Retained tooth roots or unerupted teeth
  • Abscess
X-rays also allow our veterinarians to monitor certain conditions and, in some cases, opt for conservative treatment instead of tooth removal. In this instance, they will recommend a follow-up dental cleaning with X-rays in 6 to 12 months.

Dental X-rays are performed using a specially designed machine that emits a precisely collimated and targeted low-dose radiation beam. To ensure safety for each pet as well as each team member, our veterinary technicians complete extensive dental X-ray training to minimize the need for retakes—thus preventing unnecessary exposure or prolonged anesthetic times.

In general, your pet receives a low radiation exposure during a dental X-ray. The health benefits of comprehensive veterinary dentistry far outweigh the risks of radiation exposure and untreated dental disease.

Does your pet have visibly broken, damaged, or discolored teeth, or early dental disease signs such as bad breath or red and irritated gums? Contact Neighborhood Veterinary Centers to schedule a dental consultation.

Digital Dental FAQs

Dental X-rays can confirm and inform the veterinarian of many abnormalities, including:

  • Dental cavities
  • Tooth root resorption
  • Feline oral resorptive lesions (FORLs)
  • Bone loss
  • Cancer
  • Jaw fracture
  • Crown or root fracture
  • Retained tooth roots or unerupted teeth
  • Abscess
X-rays also allow our veterinarians to monitor certain conditions and, in some cases, opt for conservative treatment instead of tooth removal. In this instance, they will recommend a follow-up dental cleaning with X-rays in 6 to 12 months.

Dental X-rays are performed using a specially designed machine that emits a precisely collimated and targeted low-dose radiation beam. To ensure safety for each pet as well as each team member, our veterinary technicians complete extensive dental X-ray training to minimize the need for retakes—thus preventing unnecessary exposure or prolonged anesthetic times.

In general, your pet receives a low radiation exposure during a dental X-ray. The health benefits of comprehensive veterinary dentistry far outweigh the risks of radiation exposure and untreated dental disease.

Does your pet have visibly broken, damaged, or discolored teeth, or early dental disease signs such as bad breath or red and irritated gums? Contact Neighborhood Veterinary Centers to schedule a dental consultation.

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Two abstract, irregular shapes overlap each other like a playful mascot for a veterinarian clinic. The top shape is orange with lighter streaks, while the bottom is blue with darker streaks. Both boast bold outlines, achieving a stylized and modern appearance reminiscent of innovative vet services.

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Abstract image featuring a mix of red and orange hues with dark blue outlines creating a fluid, wavy pattern reminiscent of an animal's vibrant world. The colors blend seamlessly, forming a dynamic and visually engaging design, as if conceived by the artistic hand of a passionate veterinarian.