A panoramic x-ray captures your entire mouth in a single image, including both jaws, all teeth, and surrounding structures. Regular bitewing or periapical x-rays show smaller, more detailed sections of individual teeth.
Panoramic X-Rays in Amarillo, TX
A panoramic x-ray captures your entire mouth in a single, wide-angle image, including all of your teeth, both jaws, the jaw joints, and surrounding structures. At Pybus Dental in Amarillo, Texas, Dr. Charles Pybus uses panoramic imaging to get a comprehensive view of your oral health that individual x-rays alone cannot provide.
What a Panoramic X-Ray Shows
Panoramic x-rays reveal the position and development of all teeth, including impacted wisdom teeth, the overall health and density of the jawbone, signs of tumors, cysts, or other abnormalities, the condition of the temporomandibular joints (TMJ), and sinus issues that may relate to upper tooth problems.
When Panoramic X-Rays Are Taken
Dr. Pybus may recommend a panoramic x-ray as part of a new patient evaluation, when planning complex treatments like implants or orthodontics, to evaluate wisdom teeth development in teens, or to screen for jaw-related conditions.
Comfort and Safety
Taking a panoramic x-ray is quick and comfortable. You simply stand still while the machine rotates around your head in about 15 seconds. No film is placed inside your mouth, and the radiation dose is very low.
Schedule Your Imaging Appointment
Call Pybus Dental at 806-354-2500 to schedule your dental imaging.
A Complete View in a Single Image
Panoramic X-rays capture your entire jaw, teeth, sinuses, and joint structures in one sweep — essential for planning implants, extractions, orthodontics, and detecting hidden issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The radiation dose from a panoramic x-ray is very low, comparable to a few days of natural background radiation. It is safe for adults and children.
The machine rotates around your head in about 15 seconds. No film is placed inside your mouth, and you simply stand still during the quick, comfortable scan.
Ready to Schedule Your Visit?
Our Amarillo dental team is here to help. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a second opinion, or want to explore your options, we make scheduling easy.
Call us today: 806-354-2500
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8003 SW 34th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79121