In the field of modern stomatology, the portable dental X-ray machine is playing an increasingly important role, especially in the diagnosis and treatment of dental caries, and has become an indispensable tool for dentists.
What is dental caries?
Dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay, is a prevalent oral disease. In the early stage of dental caries, the lesions are often confined to the tooth surface and may only manifest as a slight change in the color of the tooth or local demineralization. These subtle changes are difficult to detect accurately with the naked eye. The portable dental X-ray machine can penetrate the hard tissues of the tooth and clearly present the internal structure of the tooth. By taking X-ray films, dentists can observe the enamel, dentin, pulp chamber, and other parts of the tooth, thus accurately detecting the presence, location, and extent of dental caries.
How can portable X-ray machines help detect tooth decay?
Proximal caries, hidden between adjacent teeth, are difficult to detect during an oral exam due to their concealed location. The advantage of the portable dental X-ray machine is prominent here. X-ray films from different angles clearly show the shape and size of proximal caries and its relation to the pulp. This helps dentists determine if the caries has affected the pulp, guiding treatment planning. If the dental caries has not involved the pulp, a simple filling treatment may be sufficient, which involves removing the carious tissue and restoring the tooth shape with filling materials. Once the X-ray film shows that the caries is close to or has affected the pulp, the dentist may need to perform a more complex root canal treatment to protect the vitality and function of the tooth.
In addition, the portable dental X-ray machine can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of dental caries treatment. After filling or root canal treatment, by taking X-ray films regularly, dentists can observe the adaptation of the filling material, the recovery state of the pulp chamber, and the health of the periapical tissue, detect possible problems in a timely manner, such as microleakage of the filling material and recurrence of periapical periodontitis, and take corresponding remedial measures to ensure the long-term effectiveness of the treatment.
The portable dental X-ray machine, with its convenience, accuracy, and high efficiency, plays a vital role in all aspects of the diagnosis, treatment planning, and efficacy monitoring of dental caries, makes important contributions to improving the quality of oral medical care and protecting the oral health of patients, and promotes the development of stomatology in a more precise and scientific direction.
How to prevent tooth decay?
Preventing tooth decay means practicing good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth twice a day and remember to floss. Stay away from sugary drinks and snacks, and remember to eat acidic foods in moderation. Good nutrition helps keep your mouth and teeth healthy, as well as the rest of your body.
