CBCT Cone Beam X‑Ray
Brite Dental Group offers advanced Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) imaging for precise, 3D diagnostic insight that improves implant planning, endodontic assessment, airway and TMJ evaluation, and complex oral surgery planning.
CBCT Cone Beam X‑Ray
Brite Dental Group offers advanced Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) imaging for precise, 3D diagnostic insight that improves implant planning, endodontic assessment, airway and TMJ evaluation, and complex oral surgery planning.
CBCT delivers high‑resolution images
CBCT delivers fast, high‑resolution volumetric images of teeth, jaws, and surrounding anatomy to help clinicians plan safer, more predictable care.
What is CBCT?
CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) is a 3‑dimensional dental imaging technique that captures volumetric scans of the craniofacial region in one rotation, producing cross‑sectional images in coronal, sagittal and axial planes for detailed evaluation of hard tissues and surrounding anatomy. CBCT provides submillimeter, isotropic voxels that allow accurate measurements and multiplanar reconstructions not possible with conventional 2‑D radiographs.
Common clinical indications
- Dental implant planning
- Endodontics
- Oral and maxillofacial surgery
- TMJ assessment
- Airway analysis
- Orthodontics and growth assessment
How a CBCT scan is performed
- Preparation: Minimal. Remove metal jewelry, eyeglasses, and removable dental appliances that could cause artifacts.
- Positioning: Seated or standing in an open scanner; head stabilized with supports.
- Scan time: The gantry rotates once; actual exposure is typically a few seconds to under a minute depending on field‑of‑view and unit settings. Patients remain awake and experience no pain; the machine may make a humming sound during acquisition.
- Image processing: Raw data are reconstructed into 3‑D volumes and multiplanar slices for clinician review and measurement. Results are available quickly and integrated into treatment planning workflows
Benefits
- High diagnostic detail for bone morphology and complex anatomy.
- Accurate measurements with isotropic voxels for surgical planning.
- Single rotation acquisition reduces motion artifacts and scan time compared with multi‑slice CT
Definition of Dental Terminology
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)
A specialized form of computed tomography that uses a cone-shaped X-ray beam to produce three-dimensional images of dental structures, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and bone in a single scan.
Volume of Interest (VOI)
The specific 3D region of the patient’s anatomy captured by the CBCT scan. This is a general term often defined by the Field of View (FOV).
Field of View (FOV)
The physical area or size of the anatomical region being scanned and subsequently reconstructed. FOV size is adjustable and can be Limited (Small), Medium, or Large.
Voxel
It is the smallest distinguishable, three-dimensional unit of the reconstructed data volume. Unlike a 2D pixel , a voxel has x, y, and z (depth) coordinates.
Isotropic Voxel
A voxel that has equal dimensions in all three axes (). This is a key feature of CBCT data, ensuring measurements are accurate and not distorted in any direction (1:1 scaling).
Multi-Planar Reformation
The ability of the viewing software to re-slice or re-format the 3D data volume into 2D images along any plane or curve. This allows for detailed analysis of specific structures.
Dose Length Product
A measure used to estimate the total radiation energy imparted to the patient from a CBCT scan, often used to calculate the Effective Dose (a measure of risk).
DICOM
The universal standard file format used to store and transmit medical imaging data, including CBCT volumes, which allows the images to be viewed on different computer systems.
FAQ's Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is a CBCT scan painful?
A: No. CBCT is noninvasive and painless; you sit or stand while the scanner rotates and you may hear humming during acquisition.
Q: How long will the scan and results take?
A: Acquisition is fast (seconds to a minute); image reconstruction and review are typically available the same day for treatment planning
Q: Will my dental crown or implant cause problems in the image?
A: Metal restorations can cause beam‑hardening artifacts that affect image quality; however, careful selection of FOV and imaging parameters and 3‑D software tools help mitigate their impact
Q: Do I need special preparation?
A: Minimal preparation: remove metal jewelry and removable appliances. Pregnant patients should inform the clinician
Q: Who interprets the CBCT scan?
A: Scans are reviewed by the treating dentist and, when needed, an oral and maxillofacial radiologist for specialized interpretation and reporting.
Why Brite Dental Group?
For precise, patient‑centered CBCT imaging and expert interpretation at Brite Dental Group, schedule a consultation with our clinicians. We tailor imaging protocols to each clinical need and apply radiation‑sparing techniques while delivering the diagnostic detail required for safe, confident treatment planning.
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