Cone Beam Scanner

Dental cone beam computed tomography ct also known as cone beam computed tomography cbct is a type of dental x ray equipment that takes panoramic 3d images of your teeth gums soft tissues and nerve pathways in a single scan.

Cone beam scanner.

Dental cone beam computed tomography ct is a special type of x ray equipment used when regular dental or facial x rays are not sufficient. Taking a 3d image in our office is a simple process. It s called a cone beam because the x ray beam is literally in the shape of a cone where traditional ct scans use fan shaped x ray beams. Cone beam 3d imaging is a relatively new development that allows dentists to see clear detailed three dimensional images of your teeth as well as the bones and soft tissues that surround them.

A cone beam ct scanner is more efficient. The 3d images help our dentists at capstone dental diagnose problem areas more efficiently. This procedure requires little to no special preparation. Your doctor may use this technology to produce three dimensional 3 d images of your teeth soft tissues nerve pathways and bone in a single scan.