Panoramic X-rays

Panoramic X-Rays in Mansfield, TX

At Matlock Dentistry, we use advanced panoramic X-rays to give patients in Mansfield clear, comprehensive views of their oral health in a fast and comfortable way. This single-image scan captures your entire mouth, jaw, and surrounding structures, helping our dentists diagnose issues early and plan treatment with confidence.

As a family-owned dental practice with 40 years of combined experience, we believe better imaging leads to better care. That’s why we use modern digital panoramic X-ray technology designed to be efficient, accurate, and low-radiation.

What Is a Panoramic Dental X-Ray?

A panoramic X-ray is a wide-view dental image that shows:

• All teeth in both arches

• Upper and lower jaws

• Jaw joints (TMJ)

• Sinuses

• Surrounding bone structure

  
  

Unlike traditional bitewing X-rays, panoramic imaging captures everything in one smooth scan, often in under a minute.

Why Panoramic X-Rays Matter for Your Dental Health

Panoramic X-rays help us detect concerns that aren’t always visible during a regular exam, including:

• Impacted or developing teeth

• Jawbone abnormalities

• Infections or cysts

• Tooth alignment issues

• Bone loss

• Early signs of oral disease

This type of imaging is especially helpful for treatment planning, emergency visits, and monitoring long-term oral health.

Digital Panoramic X-Rays for Safer, Faster Imaging

At Matlock Dentistry, our digital X-ray technology offers several advantages:

• Lower radiation exposure than traditional film X-rays

• Clear, high-resolution images

• Instant results with no waiting

• Ability to zoom, enhance, and explain findings clearly

  
  

Patients appreciate how quick and comfortable the process is, especially children and those with dental anxiety.

When Do You Need a Panoramic X-Ray?

Your dentist may recommend a panoramic X-ray if you:

• Are a new patient

• Need evaluation for wisdom teeth

• Are experiencing jaw pain or swelling

• Require implant or orthodontic planning

• Have dental trauma or infection

• Need same-day diagnostic imaging during an emergency visit

  
  

Because we offer same-day care, panoramic X-rays allow us to move quickly from diagnosis to treatment when needed.

Comfortable Imaging for the Whole Family

Our team takes extra care to make panoramic imaging easy and stress-free. The scan is:

• Non-invasive

• Painless

• Completed while standing or seated

• Over in seconds

  
  

We’re proud to provide gentle, family-friendly care for patients of all ages in Mansfield and surrounding communities.

Serving Mansfield and Nearby Communities

Patients visit Matlock Dentistry for panoramic X-rays from:

• Mansfield

• Arlington

• Grand Prairie

• Cedar Hill

• Surrounding areas in Tarrant County and Dallas County

  
  

Many families choose us because we combine advanced technology with a personal, relationship-based approach to care.

Why Choose Matlock Dentistry for Panoramic X-Rays?

• Family-owned dental practice

• 40 years of combined clinical experience

• Modern digital panoramic X-ray technology

• Same-day imaging and care when needed

• Clear explanations and conservative recommendations

  
  

We believe patients should understand their dental health, not feel rushed or overwhelmed.

Schedule Your Panoramic X-Ray in Mansfield, TX

If you need panoramic dental X-rays or are due for a comprehensive evaluation, our team is here to help. Contact Matlock Dentistry today to schedule your visit and experience modern imaging with a personal touch.

Panoramic X-Rays FAQs

​​​​​​​Are panoramic X-rays safe?

Yes. Digital panoramic X-rays use very low radiation and are considered safe for both adults and children when clinically necessary.

How long does a panoramic X-ray take?

The scan itself takes less than a minute, and the entire process is usually completed in just a few minutes.

Do panoramic X-rays hurt?

No. Panoramic X-rays are painless and non-invasive. You simply remain still while the machine rotates around your head.

What can a panoramic X-ray detect?

Panoramic X-rays can reveal impacted teeth, jaw issues, infections, bone loss, cysts, and other conditions not visible during a standard exam.

How often do I need a panoramic X-ray?

It depends on your oral health, age, and treatment needs. Your dentist will only recommend panoramic imaging when it’s necessary for proper diagnosis or planning.