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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.<\/p>\n

\"Initial<\/a>
Initial low exposure of X-ray<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Contrast<\/a>
Contrast change on digital X-ray reveals decay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This patient was seen in our hygiene department for routine cleaning and check-up.\u00a0 The ultra low-radiation exposures did not initially show the decay. By changing gain and contrast, the lesions were visible between the teeth.\u00a0 The treatment series of photographs show depth of decay.<\/p>\n

\"Pre-op<\/a>
Pre-op photo: decay not evident<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Initial<\/a>
Initial cavity prep reveals depth of decay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Cavity<\/a>
Cavity preps completed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"\"
Final completed direct resin restorations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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