A 47-year-old member asked:
is it beneficial to transfer your dental x-rays to a new dentist?
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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered
35 years experience Cosmetic Dentistry
Yes: Every time....
Answered on Dec 24, 2012
Dr. Trever Keele answered
13 years experience Dentistry
Yes: If you switch dentists it is always beneficial to have your x-rays sent to the new dentist so that they can see where you are coming from.
Answered on Jun 5, 2013
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Dr. John Thaler answered
41 years experience Prosthodontics
Yes: Any information you can provide to the new dentist is appreciated and valuable. The more we know about you and your history, the better we can care for you. Following your history can help identify trends and trouble spots. Good luck.
Answered on Mar 26, 2013
Dr. David May answered
30 years experience Dentistry
Yes: It will save you time, money and radiation.
Answered on Dec 24, 2012
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