Advances in dental technology have completely changed the way patients are treated, and have made it much easier to identify problems early to save time, money, and discomfort. One of the most important advances in dental technology is digital x-rays, which provide a wealth of benefits to both dental professionals and patients. With many dental treatments, early diagnosis is essential in dealing with problems that may become serious in the future. If a problem can be identified early, it can often be fixed with simple corrective procedures or changes in habits. Digital x-rays help dentists and periodontists identify these problems that can be missed on traditional x-rays. Benefits of Digital X-Rays Digital radiography provides the patient with many benefits. One of the most obvious is the reduced exposure to radiation that is typically used in x-rays. Digital x-rays reduce that amount by close to 90 percent, making them much safer for every patient. Digital x-rays are also available immediately without an ...