Seeing the full picture leads to better care. Our panoramic imaging provides a comprehensive view of your teeth, jaws, and sinuses in a single, efficient scan. At Strasburg Dental Group, this wide-angle perspective helps your dentists plan treatment with confidence—from wisdom teeth and implants to orthodontics and TMJ evaluations.
What Panoramic Images Show
A panoramic scan reveals tooth position and development, impacted teeth (including wisdom teeth), jaw joint health, sinus anatomy, and overall bone levels. It can also identify cysts, lesions, or other abnormalities not visible with standard small-area images.
Benefits of a Broad View
Because the image displays both arches and surrounding structures at once, it’s ideal for evaluating complex concerns, confirming growth patterns, and planning surgical or orthodontic care. A single, quick scan reduces the need for multiple exposures and helps us coordinate care efficiently with specialists when needed.
Your Experience
The process is simple and comfortable. You’ll stand still while the unit rotates around your head—no sensors inside the mouth. The scan typically takes under a minute, and we’ll review the image with you to highlight key findings and discuss next steps.
Safety & Best Practices
We follow strict safety protocols and use the lowest exposure settings appropriate for diagnostic clarity. Panoramic imaging is a valuable tool, and your dentists will recommend additional images only if they add meaningful information to your treatment plan.
Common Inquiries
Is panoramic imaging safe?
Yes. We adhere to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize exposure while achieving diagnostic quality.
Why do I need this scan?
It reveals anatomy that single-tooth images can’t show, guiding decisions for wisdom teeth, implants, orthodontics, and TMJ assessment.
How long does it take?
The scan itself typically takes less than a minute, with a few additional minutes for positioning and review.
Will I need other images?
Your dentists will decide based on findings. Additional focused images may be recommended to plan precise treatment.
See the full picture. Call 717-687-6061 to schedule panoramic imaging at Strasburg Dental Group in Strasburg, Pennsylvania.