Dental Implant Glossary Full Mouth Series A series of dental x-rays angled to show the roots of all teeth, as well as the surrounding                              bone and other structures.  This is the only way to examine the health of the tooth roots and to                              check for some types of tumors and lesions.  It usually consists of about 16 to 18 small films, and                              for the radiation conscious, the dosage is about the same received from three hours in the summer                              sun.   Depending on the patient's previous history, full mouth radiographs are recommended about                              every three to five years.  Often we alternate these with a panorex radiograph, which gives similar                              information but shows more structures. Source: http://www.dentalleaders.com

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