Great Barr, Birmingham • Digital dental X-rays
OPG scan in Birmingham (digital panoramic dental X-ray)
Need an OPG X-ray (panoramic dental X-ray) to send to your dentist — in the UK or abroad? We offer scan-only with a dentist’s referral, and we can also arrange an in-house consultation if you don’t have a referring dentist.
- GDC registered
- CQC registered
Referral / justification is required by law (and for your safety). Dental X-rays must be clinically justified by a dentist. If your dentist has requested an OPG, book scan-only. If you don’t have a dentist (or you’re unsure what you need), book a short consultation so our dentist can assess and justify the X-ray safely.
Digital OPG = minimum dose. This is one of the safest routine dental X-rays because it uses a low radiation dose while still giving a useful full-jaw overview.
341 Birmingham Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 7AP. In pain? See urgent & emergency care.
Common reasons for an OPG scan
A panoramic X-ray gives a wide overview of your teeth, jaws and supporting bone. It’s often used before:
- Veneers or crowns (including overseas planning)
- Implants and All-on-4 discussions
- Wisdom teeth checks (wisdom teeth info)
- Reviewing gum health signs: bone levels, loose teeth (overview) — see gum disease
- Pre-orthodontics (before braces) — see braces
What you’ll receive
- A clear digital OPG image taken on the day
- An image file that’s easy to print or email to your dentist (UK or abroad)
If your dentist needs detailed 3D planning, see our 3D scans (CBCT) page.
Why people book an OPG scan
Digital panoramic dental X-rays in Great Barr, Birmingham — helpful when you need a clear overview and a file you can forward on.
To send to a dentist abroad
Often requested for planning veneers, implants or smile makeovers overseas. We take the OPG and provide an easy-to-share image file.
Implant / surgery discussions
Useful for an initial overview before a dentist decides whether 3D imaging is needed.
Wisdom teeth and jaw checks
A broad overview that can support wisdom tooth assessment. If you’re considering removal, see wisdom tooth extractions.
Assessing current oral health
Sometimes your dentist wants an overview for gum disease signs, bone levels, or loose teeth — and it’s common before orthodontics. Related pages: gum disease and oral hygiene.
How to book your OPG scan
Two booking routes — and both meet the legal requirement for justification.
Option 1: Consultation + scan
No referring dentist? Our dentist assesses you and justifies the X-ray, then we take the scan.
Option 2: Your dentist’s referral (scan-only)
If your dentist has requested an OPG, book scan-only through our imaging hub.
After your scan
You receive a digital image to share with your dentist, in the UK or abroad.
Why this matters: X-rays are only taken when justified. This protects you from unnecessary radiation and ensures your scan is appropriate for your needs.
Costs: OPG scan £79. Consultation (if needed) £54. Full pricing: our prices.
Case study: OPG scan before dental treatment abroad
A common scenario: you’re planning treatment overseas and the clinic asks for a recent panoramic dental X-ray (OPG).
We often see patients planning treatment abroad (for example in Turkey, Hungary, Poland or Spain) who need an OPG scan to email over before they travel. We’ve also had patients visit us from other countries, including Romania.
Clinics commonly request an OPG for planning veneers, crowns, implants, and All-on-4. The scan gives an overview of the current teeth, visible bone levels, jaw anatomy, and key areas.
We took the low-dose digital OPG, then shared an image file that the patient could print or email the same day — deliberately easy to forward to whoever needs it.
And importantly: even if you’re booking “scan-only”, the X-ray still needs justification by a dentist. That’s why we either work from your dentist’s referral, or arrange a short consultation with our dentist first.
Modern digital imaging (Vatech Green X)
We use modern digital imaging designed for sharp images, quick capture, and dose-optimised protocols.
- Low-dose digital OPG (minimum radiation for a useful full-jaw overview)
- Fast capture to reduce motion blur
- Advanced image processing to support diagnostic clarity
Read more on the Vatech Green X product page.
Book your OPG scan in Birmingham
Scan-only is suitable when you already have a dentist referral. If you don’t, book a consultation first so we can justify the X-ray safely.
Book an OPG scan Send a message Call 01922 624900
Need a 3D scan (CBCT)?
If your dentist is planning implants, a sinus lift, or needs a detailed nerve assessment, see our 3D scans page.
Want a full check-up as well?
If you want more than imaging, consider a dental check-up — including a look at your gum health.
Not sure what scan you need?
Send a message with what your dentist asked for (even a screenshot), or tell us what you’re planning. We’ll point you to the right booking route.
You may also find these useful: prices, smile gallery, nervous patients, about us.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral for an OPG scan?
Yes — an X-ray must be justified by a dentist. If your own dentist has requested an OPG, that acts as the referral for scan-only. If you don’t have a dentist, you can book a short consultation so our dentist can assess and justify the X-ray for legal compliance and your safety. You can also see our practice referrals page.
How much does an OPG scan cost?
Our OPG scan price is £79. If you need an in-house dentist to justify the scan first, the consultation is £54. Full pricing: prices.
Is a digital OPG low radiation?
Yes. A digital OPG is low dose (minimum radiation), making it one of the safest routine dental X-rays, while still giving a helpful full-jaw overview.
Can I book scan-only to send to my dentist abroad?
Yes — scan-only is suitable when you already have a referral/justification from your dentist. Many patients book an OPG X-ray to email to a clinic abroad (for veneers, crowns, implants or All-on-4). Book here: book online.
How do I receive the scan?
We provide an OPG image file that’s easy to print or email. We can send it to you and/or directly to your dentist so it can be forwarded quickly (UK or abroad).
What if my dentist needs a 3D scan (CBCT)?
If your dentist needs 3D planning (implants, sinus lift, detailed nerve assessment), see our page: 3D scans (CBCT).
What if I’m in pain and need treatment?
If you’re in pain or have swelling, it’s usually better to use the clinical pathway. See urgent & emergency dentist or call 01922 624900.
What our patients say
After visiting Veneers, Emergency Center, i can tell the whole world how proud i finally am to visit a professional dentist that actually checks everything you ask them too and also takes the time to sit down and go through the good and bad things associated with the problem you address them with. I have went to many dentists an…
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After visiting Veneers, Emergency Center, i can tell the whole world how proud i finally am to visit a professional dentist that actually checks everything you ask them too and also takes the time to sit down and go through the good and bad things associated with the problem you address them with. I have went to many dentists and i have struggled to find a dentist that actually does there career properly, and actually shows there experience aswell as there degree in action. I had a pain in my right side of my mouth everytime i chewed at the back but my tooth was not sensitive, i approached a dentist that is apart of NHS and when i told him the problem, he didnt seem so reassuring he understood what i was getting at, so we did the X-ray and he didnt even catch all of the tooth he missed the tooth i assumed would be the problem (wisdom tooth), for me i could not stay at that dentist, that is basics for a dentist to conduct a proffesional examination, especially if you are paying for it out of pocket. Everything changed when i went to Veneers, Emergency Centre, i explained my problem to the dentist and he immediatly had equipment that certainly is more up to date then any dentist i have seen, he has 2 forms of x ray machines that catches all of your teeth without any problmes at all. He then checked my teeth and immediatly found the problem under 5mins of seeing him, which he immediatly treated on the same day without any complications or issues. Veneers is truly a keep when it comes to your teeth and i will not be leaving any time soon. The dentist also has a varitey of treatments more then most dentists i have seen. Thank you Veneers!! I finally can stop hunting for the best because you are the best!.
On Christmas day I broke my front tooth,searched around for a good dentist to give me two implant which I desperately needed. Went to this dentist and they were the only people with with CT scanner. Had my consultation here and scan and then went ahead with the implants.they seemed most professional and I can only say the job th…
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On Christmas day I broke my front tooth,searched around for a good dentist to give me two implant which I desperately needed. Went to this dentist and they were the only people with with CT scanner. Had my consultation here and scan and then went ahead with the implants.they seemed most professional and I can only say the job that is done is absolutely excellent 👌 and I will be using Dr Rikki Dhody and his team again. 💯 percent recommend them.
Why does toothache always happen at the weekend, and a Bank Holiday weekend as well! My normal dentist wouldn't be open again until Tuesday.
All day Saturday I had bad toothache which got worse as the day went on. By the evening the pain was unbearable. I phoned the NHS Helpline whose only advice was to contact my local hospita…Read full review
Why does toothache always happen at the weekend, and a Bank Holiday weekend as well! My normal dentist wouldn't be open again until Tuesday.
All day Saturday I had bad toothache which got worse as the day went on. By the evening the pain was unbearable. I phoned the NHS Helpline whose only advice was to contact my local hospital on the Sunday morning. I'd been dosing my self with painkillers but by now they had no effect whatsoever. I tried sleeping but couldn't. I was crying with pain. I searched the internet and came across "The Dentist". It was 2am in the morning but I was so desperate I gave them a phone call not really sure whether I'd get through to someone or not.
After only two rings my call was answered by Rikki. He asked me a few questions then told me to come straight to the surgery. We set off straightaway and arrived there at about 3am five minutes before Rikki. He opened up the surgery and quickly set about the task in hand. He examined my tooth, took an x-ray then began the extraction. By 3.30am it was complete.
Rikki totally put me at ease. The extraction was as pain free as an extraction can be. From start to finish everything was first class. I have nothing but praise for the service provided, especially at 3am on a Bank Holiday Sunday weekend.
Thank you
Angela Hanmer
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