A Dental panoramic X-ray (OPG) is a x-ray test of the teeth and jaw. It shows all teeth, roots, jaws, impacted wisdom teeth. Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
All teeth, roots, jaws, impacted wisdom teeth.
Dental planning, jaw pain.
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
a few minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
X-ray
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a opg show?
All teeth, roots, jaws, impacted wisdom teeth.
Why is a opg done?
Dental planning, jaw pain.
How do I prepare for a opg?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Does a opg use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
How long does a opg take?
a few minutes
Dental panoramic X-ray (OPG) क्यों किया जाता है?
Dental planning, jaw pain.
Dental panoramic X-ray (OPG) के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
Dental panoramic X-ray (OPG) गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 0.01 to 0.02 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 days of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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