How often can teeth x-rays be taken?

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potato - 17 Dec 2007 04:36 GMT

I want to consult a few dentist in my area to get their opinion
on my teeth (possible cavity and root canal). It seems each
dentist wants to take full-mouth x-rays as the first step. So I
have two ways to do this.

1. Let the first dentist take a full-mouth x-rays. Then use its
copies for the subsequent consultation. This option costs $25 for
each copy. Or

2: let each dentist take their own x-rays. My insurance covers
it so I would pay nothing.

Does it matter?

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Dartos - 17 Dec 2007 14:06 GMT

Yes it matters. #1, your insurance company is unlikey to pay for
3-4 sets of full mouth X-rays in a couple of months. #2, it would
be an unnecessary exposure to radiation for you.

A cooperative dental office can do one of two things for you. Burn
the digital images to a CD, or if the office does not have digital
X-rays, they can shoot them with double film packs, and give you
a diagnostic set to shop around with.

With 'dental shopping', you will hear varied treatment plans. It
may be difficult to pick the 'right' one. Also, a dentist who
detects your 'shopping mode' may inflate the estimate of fees to
either discourage your coming back, or at least make it worthwhile
to put up with a more challenging case.

JMO,
D

> I want to consult a few dentist in my area to get their opinion
> on my teeth (possible cavity and root canal). It seems each
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> Does it matter?

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