CBCT Scanning Wyke
At Bradford Dental Clinic, We have invested in the Carestream Cone Bean CT Scanner. Also known as the CBCT, which produces a fast, hi-resolution, accurate visual image of your teeth and jaw in 3D.
- All images are viewed progressively through the tooth, not only in the same plane as a conventional x-ray image but also in the vertical bucco-lingual plane (outside to inside), and in the horizontal plane.
- The image produced in this way allows for a three dimensional mapping of the tooth and surrounding bone. This means that changes can often be seen that would otherwise not be seen on a conventional x-ray image.
- A 3-D undistorted view of your teeth provides us with invaluable information when it comes to planning treatment and is particularly vital for dental implant and orthodontic planning and treatment.
Investing in such hi-tech equipment means we can offer our patients the very highest level of dental care and continue to provide successful outcomes for all patients no matter how complex the case.
Easy options are available to help spread the cost
We can help you spread the cost of your treatments. Please check with us to see what options are available to you, subject to status.
Using the most advanced dental technology possible is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest treatment techniques. Because our practice is dedicated to providing you with the safest and most convenient dental treatment options available, we are proud to use Carestream Cone Beam Computer Tomography (CBCT) imaging technology.
Carestream CBCT is a digital, 3D imaging system that allows your doctor to provide quick, comfortable, and effective dental imaging for precise diagnosis, treatment planning, and the evaluation of certain conditions. The data gathered is used to reconstruct a 3D image of your anatomy: dental (teeth); oral and maxillofacial region (mouth, jaw, and neck); and ears, nose, and throat (ENT).
You can take advantage of a more accurate, comfortable dental treatment with CBCT imaging. Special features include:
A scan that takes less than a minute but provides enough data for a complete diagnosis
A safer diagnosis with less radiation than traditional CT scanners
Increased comfort: you are seated in an open environment with plenty of space
A more cost-effective imaging system
Data is easily shared, so you can stay informed and be able to make educated decisions on your course of treatment
Our practice is pleased to offer Carestream CBCT imaging. Come and see for yourself what it’s like to receive a more advanced, patient-friendly dental experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
A CBCT scan is a 3D dental scan that provides detailed images of your teeth, jawbone and surrounding structures.
A CBCT scan can help your dentist assess areas that cannot be seen clearly with standard dental X-rays. It is particularly useful when planning dental implants and other complex treatments.
No. A standard X-ray produces a 2D image, while a CBCT scan creates detailed 3D images that allow your dentist to assess your teeth and jaw from different angles.
No. A CBCT scan is quick and completely non-invasive. You simply need to remain still while the scanner captures the images.
The scanning process is usually very quick, often taking only a few minutes. Your dental team will explain the process before the scan.
It can provide detailed information about your teeth, jawbone, bone volume and the position of important anatomical structures. This can help with accurate treatment planning.
CBCT uses X-rays and therefore involves radiation exposure. Your dentist will only recommend a scan when it is clinically appropriate and will use the lowest practical exposure needed to obtain the required information.
A CBCT scan is commonly used when planning dental implant treatment because it allows your dentist to assess the available bone and plan implant placement more precisely.
Yes. A CBCT scan can be used to assess existing dental work and surrounding structures when clinically necessary. Your dentist will determine whether a scan is appropriate for your particular situation.
Yes. Your dentist will review the scan as part of your clinical assessment and use the findings to discuss your treatment options, planning and any relevant considerations with you.