Using the most advanced dental technology possible is just as important as staying up to date on the latest treatment techniques. Because our practice is dedicated to providing your child with the safest and most convenient treatment options available, we use advanced digital X-ray technology in our Flemington, NJ office. Digital X-rays support our preventive care for infants, children, and teens.
At Hunterdon Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Brian Rooney, a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and Dr. Reem Hemantharaju bring pediatric dental training to every visit.
Because we care about your child’s bodily health and well-being, we believe that reducing the amount of radiation exposure is extremely important. Although the amount of radiation used in dental X-rays is very small, the effect is cumulative, so all radiation counts. Digital X-rays can reduce your child’s exposure to radiation by up to 80 percent.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry publishes guidance that helps dental providers choose the type and frequency of X-rays for children while limiting radiation exposure. If you have questions about X-rays for your child, ask our team at your next visit.
Digital X-rays offer several benefits for children, including:
Our practice is focused on making your child’s dental experience as comfortable as possible.
The dentist may want to take X-rays during a dental exam and cleaning to see what is happening beneath the surface of the teeth and gums. Whether X-rays are traditional or digital, the images help the dentist discover dental issues that are not visible to the naked eye. Before your visit, you can complete our patient forms and tell us about any concerns your child has.
If your child feels nervous, our treatment rooms include noise-canceling headphones and TVs, and nitrous oxide is available for mild sedation. We accept insurance and fee-for-service, and you can read about payment options on our financial information page.
Although the amount of radiation used in dental X-rays is very small, the effect is cumulative, so all radiation counts. We use low-radiation digital X-rays at Hunterdon Pediatric Dentistry, and digital X-rays can reduce your child’s exposure to radiation by up to 80 percent. Talk with our Flemington team if you have questions about your child’s X-rays.
It depends on your child’s needs. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry publishes guidance to help dental providers decide the type and frequency of X-rays for children, and our team will talk with you about what is right for your child. Ask us at your next exam in Flemington.
Digital X-rays remove the need to bite down on a sharp piece of film encased in plastic, and there is no wait for film to be developed. The images can be enlarged on a screen, giving the doctor a more detailed look at your child’s teeth. Digital X-rays also avoid the harmful chemicals used to process film.
Digital X-rays help keep your child comfortable because there is no sharp film to bite down on. Your child can also see the image enlarged on a screen, which helps explain why caring for teeth matters. Our Flemington treatment rooms include noise-canceling headphones and TVs, and nitrous oxide is available for mild sedation.
Hunterdon Pediatric Dentistry offers digital X-rays at 5 Walter E Foran Blvd, Suite 4008, Flemington, NJ 08822. Call (908) 788-6700 or request an appointment online. You can also view our Hunterdon office page for more details.
Dr. Brian Rooney is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and our 4.8-star Google rating reflects the care our Flemington families receive.
Start your son or daughter on the path to a lifetime of excellent oral health. Contact our Flemington pediatric dental office through our appointment request form and schedule an appointment for your youngster today.
