A panoramic x-ray is a two-dimensional x-ray that captures a picture of a patient’s entire mouth in just one image. The x-ray includes a view of all of the teeth, multiple bones of the head and neck, and other critical anatomical structures.
A panoramic x-ray allows us to view your head, neck, and jaw, and how they work together as a whole. This view allows for diagnosing more than just regular dental concerns, like cavities or gum disease. Rather, this view enables us to see other important issues that may be occurring in the surrounding tissue and jaw bones like oral cancer or other abnormalities.
