Advanced Imaging & Diagnostic Safety in Atlanta

Digital, Low-Radiation Dental X-Rays for Children and Teens

Safe, Precise Diagnostics for Growing Smiles

Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of excellent dental care — but when it comes to children and teens, safety and comfort must come first. At Dentistry for Children and Teens, we’ve invested in advanced imaging tools that are gentle, fast, and incredibly precise, so your child receives the information they need with the lowest radiation exposure possible.

Unlike many general practices or corporate dental offices, our imaging protocols are specifically designed for pediatric and adolescent care, with a focus on developmental tracking, orthodontic planning, and surgical safety.

What Makes Our Imaging Different?

We provide a full suite of in-house dental imaging technology, so your child’s entire diagnostic process stays within the same trusted team. Our equipment is selected not just for accuracy, but for efficiency, comfort, and safety — especially for young patients who may be anxious or unable to sit still.

Here’s what we offer:

Digital X-Rays

Digital radiography provides high-resolution images with up to 90% less radiation than traditional film X-rays. These are used to monitor cavities, bone levels, tooth development, and more — all while keeping exposure minimal.

  • Instant images for faster diagnosis
  • Environmentally friendly
  • Safe for routine checkups, even in young children

Panoramic X-Rays

Panoramic imaging captures the entire upper and lower jaw in one image, allowing our team to evaluate:

  • Wisdom teeth development
  • Jaw alignment
  • Missing or extra teeth
  • Orthodontic growth patterns
  • Impactions or cysts

We use this technology during Orthodontic evaluations, Wisdom Teeth Removal, and complex treatment planning for teens and young adults.

Nomad Handheld X-Ray System

For our youngest or most anxious patients, the Nomad handheld X-ray allows our assistant to stay directly next to the child during imaging — helping them feel safe and supported.

  • Child-friendly and compact
  • Great for first-time visits and special needs care
  • Faster and more flexible than wall-mounted X-ray systems

This technology plays a key role in our approach to Special Needs Dentistry, where minimizing sensory stress is essential.

Why Imaging Matters for Pediatric and Teen Care

Each stage of childhood and adolescence presents different diagnostic needs. From tracking erupting molars to evaluating bone growth before braces or surgery, our imaging tools help us:

  • Detect issues early — before they become painful or complex
  • Monitor tooth eruption patterns and spacing
  • Plan safe, successful extractions or Sedation Dentistry cases
  • Coordinate in-house treatment across pediatric, orthodontic, and surgical care

Because our team includes board-certified specialists in Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, and Orthodontics, these images are read and interpreted by experts — not outsourced or rushed.

Designed for a Conservative, PPO-Focused Practice

As a private PPO practice, we’re able to offer longer appointments and high-quality imaging without shortcuts or upcharges. Our philosophy is:

No overtreatment — only what your child truly needs

High-end diagnostic technology that supports conservative care

Time to explain findings and treatment plans clearly with families

See how we support PPO families on our Insurance & Financing page.

Serving Atlanta, Brookhaven, Tucker, Chamblee & Decatur

Our imaging and diagnostics are available at our Atlanta location (30345), serving families from:

  • Brookhaven – Growth-focused ortho planning and digital imaging
  • Tucker – Radiation-conscious diagnostics for young children
  • Chamblee – Special needs-friendly tools for easier first visits
  • Decatur – Teens prepping for wisdom teeth or sedation care

Dentistry for Children and Teens

Phone Number

(770) 934-5900

We regularly care for patients who live, work, or attend school in:

  • Brookhaven
  • Tucker
  • Chamblee
  • Decatur

Schedule an Appointment

If your child needs diagnostic imaging, braces, or surgical evaluation, our team is ready with the safest, most efficient tools available — and the clinical expertise to interpret them.