Bite-Wings X-rays are some of the most typical X-rays a Dentist will take.  These type of X-rays are very effective at discovering tooth decay. Similar to periapical X-rays except that only the crowns and part of the roots are seen for 2 or 3 adjacent teeth.  So called Bitewing because the X-ray film holder provides a surface to bite down on and hold the X-ray securely in place.	Panoramic or Panorex (a type of film) X-ray is also very commonly done on an "initial" visit of a dentist.  As the name suggests, a Panoramic X-ray makes a complete half circle from ear to ear to produce a complete two dimensional representation of all teeth.  Panoramic X-rays give the dentist an overall picture of all your teeth and jaw bones.
Occlusal X-rays are less common than either Bite-Wing or Panoramic X-rays.  These type of X-rays are taken to show the whole bite of the lower and upper jar.	Periapical X-rays are taken to get a more effective examination of the entire tooth area from crown to root.  These type of X-rays provide a complete side view and typically a complete set consists of 14-24 films with each tooth appearing in two different films from two different angles.  These X-rays are very similar to Bite-Wing X-rays but they show more of the entire tooth.

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