OPG is a valuable diagnostic tool that can detect a wide range of dental and oral health issues, helping dental professionals develop an appropriate treatment plan to address the problem.
An OPG (Orthopantomogram) Test is a type of dental X-Ray that can detect a wide range of issues related to oral health such as teeth, jaws, and surrounding structure. Here is detailed information about the conditions/ problem an OPG test detects:
- Tooth Decay: An OPG test can detect the cavity or decay in the teeth which may not be visible during the routine dental exam.
- Gum Disease: OPG detects gum disease including gingivitis and periodontitis by showing the amount of bone loss around the teeth.
- Impacted Teeth: OPG detects the impacted teeth, which are the teeth that are unable to emerge from the gum and causes pain, infection, and even other dental health issues.
- Jawbone Problem: OPG can detect problems with the jawbone such as fractures, tumors, cysts, and other abnormalities.
- Wisdom teeth: OPG can detect the position and development of wisdom teeth, which may need to be extracted if they are causing problems.
- Dental injuries: OPG can detect dental injuries, such as fractured teeth or displaced teeth, and can help guide appropriate treatment.
- Orthodontic issues: OPG can detect orthodontic issues, such as misaligned teeth or jawbone discrepancies, and can help guide orthodontic treatment.
OPG is a valuable diagnostic tool that can detect a wide range of dental and oral health issues, helping dental professionals develop an appropriate treatment plan to address the problem.
