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THE FOUNDATION OF A BRIGHT, HEALTHY SMILE

X-Rays

Discover dental concerns sooner with safe, low-radiation digital X-rays that enhance visibility.

Our Offers

A Straightforward Start to Your Care

A comprehensive exam is the first step at Empire Dental. During your first visit, our team performs a full evaluation to ensure personalized care.

After the exam, we schedule your hygiene appointment to align with your treatment needs and insurance.

$799

Limited Time Offer for New Crowns

$59

New Patient?
Schedule an Exam and X-Rays

What to Expect from Dental X-Rays

Your Healthy Smile Starts Right Here

With dental X-rays, we gain insight beneath the surface of your teeth and gums, making it easier to detect cavities, bone loss, infections, and other hidden issues.

Our digital X-rays are low-radiation and offer a fast, comfortable experience.

Benefits of getting an X-ray

  • Catch hidden concerns sooner – Detect cavities, fractures, and decay early
  • Track tooth and jaw growth – Especially important for pediatric patients
  • Identify bone or infection issues – Spot early gum disease or abscesses
  • Improve treatment planning – Ensure accuracy for fillings, crowns, implants, and braces
  • Support total oral health – Offer a full overview for long-term care

MAINTAIN A SMILE THAT STAYS HEALTHY

How Dental X-Rays Help Your Care

What is the process for an X-ray exam?

You’ll stay comfortable as we place a small digital sensor to capture images, and the exam is finished in minutes.

Why is having an X-ray important?

With X-rays, we can identify unseen dental issues—such as cavities between teeth, infections, bone loss, and impacted teeth—before they progress.

What determines how often dental X-rays are taken?

Bitewing X-rays are usually done once a year, with a full series every 3–5 years, adjusted for dental risk and history. Persistent discomfort, swelling, sensitivity, or bite changes can signal a need for new images.

Innovative solutions that enhance your dental care

Using modern digital X-rays, we obtain clear, detailed images while minimizing radiation exposure by up to 90% for safer diagnostic care.

Book your next appointment with Empire Dental

Our new patient special is a great way to give our dental office a try. Pay only $59* for your first healthy mouth cleaning, exam and digital x-rays.

Patient Stories

Real Patients. Meaningful Results

Take time to explore our before-and-after gallery featuring real patient results
before after

Location

Where Our Office Is

We’re honored to care for smiles across Empire Dental, TX

Empire Dental

Address: 1915 Rogers Road, San Antonio, TX 78251

Hours:

Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM – 5PM
Wednesday: 8AM – 5PM
Thursday: 8AM – 5PM
Closed Friday through Sunday

FAQ

Got Questions About Dental Care? Start Here

Is getting dental X-rays safe?
Yes. Digital X-rays provide up to 90% lower radiation exposure than film X-rays, making them safe for patients of all ages.
No. The X-ray experience is painless and fast, with minor pressure from the sensor.
Most people have X-rays taken yearly, though those with dental histories or current treatment may need them more often.
Absolutely. Dental X-rays are safe for young patients and help follow tooth and jaw development.
Problems like interproximal cavities, bone loss, or infections can’t be seen during an exam and rely on X-rays for detection.