OPG (Orthopantomogram)

What it is?

An OPG is a type of dental X-ray that captures a wide, panoramic view of your upper and lower jaws in a single image.

An OPG is a type of dental X-ray that captures a wide, panoramic view of your upper and lower jaws in a single image.

Feature	OPG	Cephalogram
View	Panoramic (wide view)	Side view
Focus	Teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures	Skeletal structures, facial profile
Primary Use	Assessing wisdom teeth, dental implants, jawbone conditions	Orthodontic treatment planning, assessing jaw growth

Both OPG and Cephalograms use low doses of radiation.

Pregnant women should inform their dentist before undergoing any dental X-rays.

If you have any concerns about radiation exposure, discuss them with your dentist.