Mammography is the primary screening method for breast cancer. It can show changes in the breast up to two years before a patient or physician can feel them. For this reason, the American Medical Association and the American College of Radiology recommend women have annual mammograms beginning at age 40.

There is no doubt. Early detection is the key to winning the fight against breast cancer. We now know breast cancer has over a 95% survival rate when caught early. Monthly self-examination and regular annual mammograms are our best tools to ensure that no woman ever die needlessly from breast cancer.

Like standard mammography, digital mammography uses x-rays to produce images of the breast. However, instead of capturing an image on film, digital mammography sends the image directly to a computer within seconds. Once there, the power of the computer is put to work. If there is a concern, the radiologist can zoom in, enhance the area and examine it more closely without having to take additional pictures. Exams are twice as fast with significantly less radiation exposure. The technology is ideal for seeing through dense breast tissue and offers better visibility of the breast near the skin line and chest wall.