AG Neurocity, Ghospura Moar,opposite civil hospital, Jalandhar road, Batala
🦷 Patient Information – OPG (Orthopantomogram)
❓ What is OPG?
An OPG (Orthopantomogram) is a digital panoramic X-ray of the lower face that displays all the teeth of the upper and lower jaw, on a single film. It provides a broad view of the mouth, including the jaws, teeth, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), nasal area, and sinuses.
📌 Why is OPG done?
OPG is non-invasive, quick, and provides a comprehensive image for diagnosis. It is commonly done to:
- Assess impacted teeth, wisdom teeth
- Evaluate jaw fractures, infections, and cysts
- Detect oral cancer signs
- Plan for dental implants, braces, or dentures
- Screen TMJ (jaw joint) problems
- Identify bone loss or other abnormalities
🔍 How is OPG performed?
- The patient stands or sits still with their chin on a rest.
- The machine rotates around the head in a semicircle.
- The process is painless and takes less than 2 minutes.
- The radiation exposure is minimal compared to conventional dental X-rays.
✅ Advantages of OPG
- Covers full mouth in a single image
- Quick and safe
- Useful for early detection of dental and bone problems
- Helps in planning surgeries or treatments
- Beneficial for children and elderly due to minimal movement
👨⚕️ About Dr. Atul Goel (MD, DM – Neurology)
Dr. Atul Goel is a renowned Consultant Neurologist and founder of AG Neurocity, Batala.
With experience from top institutions like DMC Ludhiana and JIPMER Puducherry, he has treated thousands of patients suffering from neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders. His approach is holistic, combining medical science with compassionate care.