Are X-rays at every single dental cleaning a scam? Well, I'm unsure about that. I recently had X-rays taken at a nearby dental office before I had to start wearing braces. Clear braces actually. Anyway, they charged me fair for all the procedures and I feel more confident after wearing these clear braces. The less noticeable clear braces really help. Regarding the X-rays, from my side, I didn't have an instance making me think that they were a scam.