Conventional film X-rays would require chemical processing and did not have the capability of changing contrast and gain. With digital X-rays, we can see the earliest of decays, and thus treat decay conservatively.
This patient was seen in our hygiene department for routine cleaning and check-up. The ultra low-radiation exposures did not initially show the decay. By changing gain and contrast, the lesions were visible between the teeth. The treatment series of photographs show depth of decay.
In treating the cavities under a rubber dam, we achieved life-like layered composite resin restorations that are an ideal match with the patient’s original tooth structure.
