Tiffany P. Green, DMD

Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

601-992-8000

101 Luckney Station , Flowood, MS 39232

Southern Smiles Pediatric Dentistry complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. About discrimination and translations.

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Pediatric Dental X-Rays

 

At Southern Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we view dental X-rays as a vital tool for maintaining your child’s clinical excellence and lifelong oral health. We follow the AAPD recommendations, which emphasize that X-rays should only be taken when necessary, based on your child's unique clinical needs, medical history, and risk for cavities.

 

Here is how we approach dental X-rays with a child-centered perspective:

 

Why X-rays Are Important

 

X-rays allow Dr. Tiffany to see what is happening beneath the surface, ensuring we provide conservative, ethical dental care by catching issues before they become "problems". They help us:

  • Identify Cavities: We can find small cavities between teeth that are not visible to the naked eye.
  • Monitor Development: We track the progress of erupting teeth and ensure your child’s jaw is growing as it should.
  • Assess After Injuries: If your child has a dental "oops," X-rays help us see if the roots or permanent teeth were affected.

 

Your Child’s Safety is Our Priority

 

We understand that parents may have concerns about radiation, and we lead with empathy and transparency to provide peace of mind:

  • Conservative Use: We do not have a "one-size-fits-all" X-ray schedule; we only recommend them when they are truly helpful for your child's specific dental journey.
  • Advanced Technology: Our office uses the latest state-of-the-art digital equipment, which significantly reduces radiation exposure compared to traditional film.

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Pediatric Dental X-Rays

 

At Southern Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we view dental X-rays as a vital tool for maintaining your child’s clinical excellence and lifelong oral health. We follow the AAPD recommendations, which emphasize that X-rays should only be taken when necessary, based on your child's unique clinical needs, medical history, and risk for cavities.

 

Here is how we approach dental X-rays with a child-centered perspective:

 

Why X-rays Are Important

 

X-rays allow Dr. Tiffany to see what is happening beneath the surface, ensuring we provide conservative, ethical dental care by catching issues before they become "problems". They help us:

  • Identify Cavities: We can find small cavities between teeth that are not visible to the naked eye.
  • Monitor Development: We track the progress of erupting teeth and ensure your child’s jaw is growing as it should.
  • Assess After Injuries: If your child has a dental "oops," X-rays help us see if the roots or permanent teeth were affected.

 

Your Child’s Safety is Our Priority

 

We understand that parents may have concerns about radiation, and we lead with empathy and transparency to provide peace of mind:

  • Conservative Use: We do not have a "one-size-fits-all" X-ray schedule; we only recommend them when they are truly helpful for your child's specific dental journey.
  • Advanced Technology: Our office uses the latest state-of-the-art digital equipment, which significantly reduces radiation exposure compared to traditional film.