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CONE BEAM 3D TECHNOLOGY CAN IMPROVE YOUR PATIENT CARE

Practitioners are better able to identify potential problems in orthodontic, periodontic, implant, maxillo-facial surgical cases, endodontics, and general dentistry with the CBCT Technology. When compared to the conventional 2D imaging, Cone Beam Volumetric Imaging is far superior. It allows the dental practitioner to identify potentially serious problems, including airway passage obstructions and soft tissue abnormalities, which 2D systems simply cannot detect. The documented improved accuracy and precision of CBCT images help avoid potential mistakes due to such things as image distortion and magnification common with 2D imaging technology.

IMPLANTS

Measure quality and density of bone

  • See and avoid critical anatomy
  • Plan and determine proper placement of implant(s) while determining the post appropriate implant type and angulation.
  • 1mm slices allow the Doctor to determine if cavitation is present before flap.
  • Determine whether bone grafting or sinus lifts may be necessary in areas where the amount of available bone is questionable.

ORAL SURGERY

  • In addition to implant placement, a Cone-Beam scan is an invaluable diagnostic and treatment planning tool for the oral surgeon for:
  • Determining the precise three-dimensional position of a tooth within the alveolar bone and how this position related to vital structures for extractions and impactions.
  • Trauma Evaluation
  • Visualizing hard and soft tissues on the computer in three-dimensions for planning  maxillofacial surgeries
  • Generating life-size CAD-CAM stereolithic (STL) models for surgical planning

MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

NewTom scans are ideal for post-surgery imaging due to reduced image scatter and lower radiation. This particular reconstruction case is clearly extreme. These High Resolution 3D images (utilizing the MIP and Volume options), are from a post-surgical patient check. Despite the considerable number of screws present, there are virtually no artifacts to obstruct the images.

TMJ / TMD

  • Obtain a true 1:1 imaging at the condylar structures for more accurate assessments without superimposition and distortion.
  • Localize degenerative joint disease

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