Cone Beam Computed Tomography
What is CBCT?
CBCT technology is a special type of x-ray equipment used when regular dental or facial x-rays are not sufficient. This technology provides a 3D image of your dental structures, soft tissues, nerve paths, and bone in the craniofacial region from a single scan. Images obtained with CBCT allow for more precise treatment planning and diagnosis.
Advantages of CBCT Scans:
- Detailed Diagnostic Images: CBCT scans provide detailed 3D images that enhance the diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment of dental conditions.
- Improved Treatment Accuracy: The precision of CBCT imaging helps in accurately planning and placing dental implants, removing complex wisdom teeth, and performing root canal surgeries with higher success rates.
- Reduced Scan Time: A CBCT scan is quick, usually taking less than a minute to complete, and provides vastly more information than conventional x-rays, making it a faster and more efficient process.
- Lower Radiation Dose: While offering comprehensive views, CBCT scans expose patients to significantly less radiation than traditional CT scans used in hospitals.
