We are excited to announce we now have cone beam technology available for our patients here at Martin– Taylor Dentistry! Dental cone beam computed tomography (CT) is a variety of x-ray equipment used in dentistry for specific procedures. When typical facial or dental x-ray equipment is not able to provide enough information about the issue in question, dentists choose this option. Cone beam technology can create three-dimensional images of nerve pathways, soft tissues, bone and teeth all in one scan.
Considering the advanced nature of the technology, the process of a cone beam CT is relatively simple. An arm with a camera rotates around your entire head, taking pictures from various locations and angles to develop a thorough illustration. All of the images combine to form a single three-dimensional image for easy viewing.
Depending on the specific type of cone beam CT scanner they have, the dentist or oral surgeon will have you sit in an exam chair or lie down on an exam table. They will ask you to remain as still as possible while the scanner rotates in a complete circle around your head. The rotation around your entire mouth will take between 20 and 40 seconds. Then, there will be ten seconds of regional scan that focuses on the area of the maxilla or mandible. You will not feel any pain during the procedure and will be able to immediately return to your regular activities after it is finished.
Because it is not a commonly used device, dentists will generally only use cone beam technology in specific, complicated situations. Some situations that a dentist would likely use cone beam technology for include:
We are excited to offer this state of the art technology to our patients in our beautiful new office. Come visit us soon!. Contact us at (520) 600-6925 for an appointment and come visit our new facility on Speedway Blvd.
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