Dental X-Rays in Ballantyne, NC

At Aten & Garofalo Dentistry, our priority is your oral health and your overall health. Dental X-rays are safe and given to patients only a few times a year at most to spot signs of tooth decay and find the cause of issues like tooth pain. This type of dental technology uses very low levels of radiation and is approved by the American Dental Association.

When you come into our office for a dental X-ray, you will be greeted by one of our dental hygienists, who will ask you questions about your oral hygiene habits and record any concerns you may have. The dental hygienist–and one of our experienced dentists–will then examine your teeth, gums, mouth, and bone structure with special dental tools. They will then put a lead apron over you before you are given your dental X-ray. After they have a chance to examine the X-ray results, Dr. Deborah Aten or Dr. Anthony Garofalo will tell you if they have found any early signs of an oral health issue or a dental abnormality. They will also advise you on what you can do to maintain or improve your oral health.

Before your dental X-Ray appointment, your teeth will be cleaned beforehand thoroughly. This gives your Ballantyne dentist a better look at the inside of your mouth and helps them understand what is going on at the surface level. They will then combine their initial assessment with the X-ray results to figure out what exactly may be lurking underneath the surface, such as issues affecting the gums, roots, and jaw bone. 

At Aten & Garofalo Dentistry, we offer general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dental care to help our patients maintain their beautiful, healthy smiles. Each patient’s treatment plan is customized based on their needs, preferences, and budget.