What is Dental imaging?
Dental Imaging, as the name suggests is a process by which the dentists take images or X-rays of your teeth to evaluate the severity of the issue. The good thing about this is that it involves very low levels of radiation to track the dental problems and gives instant results.
Only after Dental imaging, dentists can make a well-informed decision on the procedure to be used for treatment. As such, an important part of dental imaging these days is CBT, which is of super-efficient technology that dentists at Zee Dent Clinic utilize to ensure better diagnosis and treatments for all its patients.
What is CBCT?
CBCT or Cone-beam computed tomography system is a technology that is basically an advanced version of the traditional “Computed Tomography (CT)” scan. Earlier, a CT scan was used to combine imaging into virtual slices allowing the physician to see everything inside your mouth. With the coming of CBCT, imaging has become much more advanced and allows better diagnosis and treatment.
The 3D image from CBCT is used by dentists to collect information using a cone-shaped X-ray beam. This information is then used to build a three-dimensional (3D) image of teeth, jaw, and neck. This helps the dentists to see the exact shape of teeth to construct teeth caps or other implants.
Where is CBCT used?
The CBCT is a unique technology that is regularly used by dentists as well as by radiologists for various clinical applications including, but not limited to, taking measurements for preparing dental implants. CBCT is also used to identify the tooth cavities and the severity of the damage. Another use of CBCT is that it allows proper evaluation of the jaw, sinuses, nerve canals, and nasal cavity along with Cephalometric diagnosis.
What are the benefits of CBCT?
The CBCT i.e. Cone-beam computed tomography systems are a faster and more accurate way to diagnose various dental woes. Instead of producing stacked images, it utilises a 3D image that gives a better diagnosis and allows the doctors to provide timely treatment with minimal radiation. Minimal radiations further reduce the risk of any side affects. In addition to this, this imaging procedure is much cheaper and more reliable. Here are some of the benefits of CBCT-
- It produces clear and high-quality images in comparison to traditional dental x rays
- A single scan produces a wide range of images from various angles that can be manipulated to provide a complete image.
- This imaging procedure has the ability to image bone and soft tissue simultaneously.
- The radiation will have no side effects on the patient’s health as they are very light.
- Dental beam cone CT provides a fast, non-invasive way of imaging various oral conditions.