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OPG - orthopantomogram test in LifeScan Diagnostic Centre

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What is an OPG? X-rays use radiation to take pictures of bones and different parts inside the body. An OPG is an all encompassing X-beam of the upper and lower jaws, including the teeth. The OPG unit is explicitly intended to turn around the patient's head during the sweep. An OPG will require approximately 20 seconds. An OPG can be utilized to search for     Cracks     Disjoined jaw     Contamination     Dentition (teeth) It can likewise be utilized for careful preparation. Advantages of an OPG     Effortless, quick and simple     No radiation is left in your body after the OPG is done Dangers of an OPG Your PCP, dental specialist or dental expert knows the dangers of having an OPG and will consider the dangers prior to suggesting you have this kind of X-beam. Potential dangers are     A tiny opportunity of injury to a creating baby     A minuscule opportunity you cou...