What is Panoramic X ray?

• An x-ray (radiograph) is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions.
• Panoramic radiography, also called panoramic x-ray, is a two-dimensional (2-D) dental x-ray examination that captures the entire mouth in a single image, including the teeth, upper and lower jaws, surrounding structures and tissues.
• The jaw is a curved structure similar to that of a horseshoe. However, the panoramic x-ray produces a flat image of the curved structure. It usually provides details of the bones and teeth.

Why do I need apanoramic X- ray?

• A panoramic x-ray provides valuable information about the maxillary sinuses, tooth positioning and other bone abnormalities.
• This examination is also used to plan treatment for full and partial dentures, braces, extractions and implants.
A panoramic x-ray can also reveal dental and medical problems such as:
• advanced periodontal disease
• cysts in the jaw bones
• jaw tumors and oral cancer
• impacted teeth including wisdom teeth
• jaw disorders (also known as temporomandibular joint or TMJ disorders)
• sinusitis

Any preparation needed?

• A panoramic x-ray examination requires no special preparation.
• You will be asked to remove your jewelry from the region being imaged, eye glasses and any metal objects that might interfere with the x-ray images.
• Women should always inform their doctor or radiology technician if there is any possibility that they are pregnant. Many imaging tests are not performed during pregnancy so as not to expose the fetus to radiation.