Everyone knows that X-rays are common diagnostic tools used in medicine. What you may not know is that we now have digital radiography capabilities at our clinic. Digital X-rays are taken and developed in a fraction of the time it takes to complete traditional film x-rays. Less radiation is used on your pet making it safer. Within minutes the images are sent to our computers in our exam rooms. Our doctors will be able to magnify and sharpen the images making the diagnosis that may be missed with regular film radiology. The images become a part of your pet’s medical record. They may be copied to a disc or sent by email for consultation with a specialist.
What is digital radiology?
Instead of using film, cassettes and intrusive developing chemicals, our animal hospitals all use a digitized system that is more precise, more easily archived and recalled, and it produces faster results in a shorter amount of time that old-fashioned x-ray machines that depended on film.
Pets can be anesthetized to better handle the procedure, or your pet can be given a local injection and remain awake. We will discuss both options and which is the best choice for your pet.
We use our digital radiology equipment for dental x-rays, hip dysplasia, diagnosing bone problems, lung problems, and a myriad of other conditions. When using the digital platform for dental procedures, we’re able to see below the gum’s surface to determine if there’s an abscess, or if the teeth are pulling away from the gums.
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