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CBCT before a dental implant: why it is needed and what it shows

Before an implant, CBCT shows bone height and width, the course of the lower-jaw nerve and the sinus floor in three dime...

6 Oct · 6 min read

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Panoramic dental X-ray (OPG): uses, procedure and radiation dose

A panoramic dental X-ray shows every tooth and both jaws in a single image in a few seconds. Learn when it is needed, ho...

5 Oct · 6 min read

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What is CBCT, and how does it differ from an ordinary dental X-ray?

CBCT builds a three-dimensional image of the jaws and teeth, allowing structures to be reviewed in three planes. Here is...

3 Aug · 2 min read

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How to prepare for your imaging appointment

Preparing for oral and maxillofacial imaging is simple. This short checklist makes your visit quicker and your images be...

13 Jul · 1 min read