Central Valley Dentistry, Best Family Dentistry in Phoenix, AZ

It is known that exposure to many types of sources of radiation, including from the sun, appliances in the home, and traditional dental X-rays, can cause damage to body tissue and cells. However, particularly during a dental visit, the exposure during a dental X-ray is extremely small.
To further improve the experience of patients and decrease health risks, we have embraced advances in dental technology by implementing the newest machines and processes. We use low dose digital X-rays, which are a great technological advancement that includes benefits such as lower radiation, easier image capture, high resolution images, and instant viewing of images.

Regular dental checkups are a great start at preventing oral cancer. Many patients think their dental checkup only serves the purpose of cleaning the teeth and checking for cavities. In fact, during a routine dental checkup, your dentist and dental hygienist are looking for signs of oral cancer in your mouth.
Oral cancer is often detected on the sides or underneath the tongue, or on the soft palate, although it can develop on soft tissue throughout the mouth. You can assist them in detecting and preventing oral cancer by alerting your dentist to abnormal growths, ulcerated areas that won’t heal, painful or numb areas, or any unusual color variations in the tissue of your mouth.