Care Dental Center utilizes 3D imaging technology to diagnose dental issues that otherwise may go unnoticed. From oral disease and infections to custom restorative treatments, the life-like renditions created by 3D imaging technology have transformed the way our team provides expert dental care in Carson, CA.
Care Dental Center uses 3D imaging when necessary to diagnose dental issues not visible to the naked eye. On overage, 3D imaging tends to emit more radiation than a digital x-ray. However, it still emits less radiation than other more powerful imaging technologies, including CT scans. With an enhanced view and incredible clarity, we use 3D imaging to create a tailored treatment plan that is right for you.
Interestingly, 3D imaging dental technology functions through the use of a Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) machine. The CBCT machine utilizes a cone-shaped x-ray beam to take data and craft an enhanced, 3D image of the teeth and oral tissue.
Care Dental Center uses 3D imaging technology for many purposes, including diagnosing disease and infection. It is also used to create precise measurements for custom tooth restorations and orthodontic treatments. One of the primary benefits of 3D imaging is its ability to make life-like images that are true-to-size. This dental technology can assess patients’ muscles, nerves, jaw, neck, throat, sinuses, and ears. From TMJ to root canal and sleep apnea treatment, 3D dental imaging is used in multiple ways.
Care Dental Center uses several types of enhanced imaging to render high-quality images of the mouth, teeth, gums, and other facial structures. Here, we will cover some of the most common types of imaging you may encounter at Care Dental Center:
Digital x-rays can be taken inside the mouth (intraorally) or outside the mouth (extraorally). Sometimes referred to as radiographs, digital x-rays provide the Care Dental Center team with a detailed view that aids in dental diagnoses and treatment.
Panoramic dental x-rays are taken by a machine that rotates around the patient’s head, rendering a detailed 3D image of the oral cavity. Care Dental Center uses panoramic dental x-rays for diagnosing oral tumors and cysts. They are also used as a preventative method and help guide dental implant surgeries and wisdom teeth extractions.
If your insurance won’t cover the imaging, you can expect it to start at around $350. Our staff will contact your insurance providers and do everything they can to get it covered, however.
Also referred to as a “CAT scan,” a dental CT scan produces a laser-sharp 3D image of the oral cavity. Care Dental Center mainly uses this technology to aid in complex oral procedures and surgeries. With the ability to capture multiple angles, a dental CT scan looks at the patient’s sinus cavities, tooth nerves, and bone density. It even may catch oral cancer.
Cephalometric projections study the head, giving orthodontists insight into its relational properties to the patient’s jaw and teeth. This type of enhanced imaging helps us tailor orthodontic solutions specific to each patient.
Intraoral scanners make “digital landscapes,” or comprehensive renderings of the oral cavity. Two specific intraoral scanners are the iTero and TRIOS scanners, which Care Dental Center uses for dental restorations, some orthodontic solutions, and cosmetic dentistry.
The cost of 3D imaging technology at Care Dental Center can vary depending on your unique needs. Some insurance companies will help cover it, but certain conditions must be met. For example, the reasons for the scan must be thoroughly documented, and the insurance company must deem it necessary. However, Care Dental Center offers easy financing and payment plans to our valued patients. We can help you determine costs beforehand to help eliminate any surprises.
Do You Have More Questions About 3D Imaging Technology?
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