3D Dental Imaging — Dental x-ray safety

There are many discussions on dental forums and blogs talking about “which is the best CBCT?”  Of course this is very subjective and a lot depends on an individual’s clinical needs, software packages they want to integrate with with and practice set up. (Space for a CBCT is often a critical requirement) Let’s compare the features of two of the current high end machines. Morita are often touted as the amongst the best for image quality. The Carestream CS9600 and the Morita Veraviewepocs 3D R100 are both advanced 3D imaging systems designed for use in dentistry. While both systems offer...

This week we had the please of installing a CS8100 3D at Dentistry at Holme in West Yorkshire. Dr. Daniel Jenkinson has a beautiful practice and the addition of the CBCT will really help the practice with their implant cases. Daniel says:  We've recently had an installation with 360 Visualise, who installed a CBCT team machine for us. The service and support we've had has been phenomenal.From the moment we picked up the phone to the day they came and installed, it's been really seamless. They've also been really helpful in providing ongoing support thatI feel that if there are...

A CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) scan is a type of medical imaging test that produces detailed 3D images of the teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures. Dentists may use CBCT scans for a variety of purposes, including planning for dental treatments, identifying problems with the teeth or jaws, and monitoring the progress of treatment. When reporting on a CBCT scan, a dentist will typically provide a written report that includes the following information: Patient identification: The report will include the patient's name, age, and any relevant medical history. Indication for the scan: The report will explain the reason why the...

Installing a cone beam CT scanner typically involves the following steps: 1: Choose a location for the scanner: The scanner should be located in a room with sufficient space for the machine and for the patient to be positioned comfortably. The room should also have electrical outlets and sufficient lighting. 2: Install the scanner: The actual installation process will vary depending on the specific model of scanner you are using. Some scanners may be portable and can be easily moved into place, while others may require more extensive installation. 3: Set up the computer and software: The scanner will need...