Clinical term
dental radiograph
An X-ray image used to see decay between teeth, bone levels, roots, cysts and unerupted teeth that clinical examination cannot reveal.
Also called: dental x-ray, opg, panoramic x-ray
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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Where we discuss dental radiograph
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- Radiation Exposure Risk from Routine Dental X-Rays
- OPG Scan for Impacted Wisdom Tooth Evaluation
- Detecting Hidden Decay with Bitewing Dental Radiographs
- Full Mouth Series X-Rays for Periodontal Bone Assessment
- Hidden Cavities and Why Dental X Rays Are Necessary
- Understanding Dental X-rays and Safety
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