3D Cone Beam CT Imaging in Norwalk, CT
Seeing the whole picture before treatment.
Three-dimensional imaging of the teeth and jaws, used when clinically appropriate to plan implant and surgical care with Dr. Sung Han.
A Three-Dimensional View of the Teeth and Jaws
A cone beam CT (CBCT) scan creates a 3D image of the teeth, jaws and surrounding structures. Where a standard dental X-ray shows a flat picture, CBCT lets the doctor see bone and tooth position from every angle.
CBCT is obtained when clinically appropriate. Many patients and procedures do not need it, and your doctor will explain why it is being recommended.
What 3D Imaging Helps Us See
Bone Anatomy
The height, width and quality of the bone, for example before an implant.
Impacted Tooth Position
Exactly where an impacted canine or wisdom tooth sits.
Important Structures
The position of nerves and the sinuses relative to the treatment area.
Jaw Relationships
How the jaws relate to each other during surgical evaluation.
Treatments It May Support
3D Imaging FAQ
Only if the information it provides is expected to help plan your care. Many procedures are planned with standard dental X-rays.
You stay still for a short scan while the machine rotates around your head. It is not enclosed.
CBCT uses X-rays, so it is used only when the benefit to your treatment justifies it. Your doctor will explain why it is recommended.
Planning Implant or Surgical Treatment?
Book a consultation and we will discuss what imaging, if any, you need.