At Glacier Family Dental, it is extremely important that our patients are provided with the best dental technology available. We are one of the first dentists in Great Falls with a Cone-Beam Computed Technology (CBCT). We believe a CBCT is a key part of the diagnostic process.
CBCT is a special type of x-ray equipment that provides a 3-D image of your teeth, nerve pathways, soft tissues and bone in a single scan. This allows your dentist in Great Falls to capture a comprehensive baseline record and to virtually plan a variety of dental treatments. CBCT imaging provides a significant improvement in the ability to diagnose conditions that have not been observable using traditional two-dimensional radiographs.
Overall Benefits
- Enhanced planning:
Your Great Falls dentist, Dr. Heap, is able to use the expansive CBCT data to better plan your dental treatment. - New or different treatment planning:
CBCT data is able to provide patients with various options- including implants or less invasive procedures for impacted teeth. - Endodontic (root canal) procedures:
CBCT imaging is very valuable when managing complex endodontic cases. It helps to assess failures and search for missed canals. - Wow Factor:
Our patients are amazed when presented with a three-dimensional image of themselves and to learn about the vast amount of data available in just one scan. - More Confident Diagnosing:
Your dentist is able to capture a complete picture of your bone, soft tissue, nerves and teeth. This helps to ensure the best treatment options for each patient.
Some benefits of CBCT scans for dental implants include:
- With the use of the CBCT scan, Dr. Heap is able to measure and localize the available jawbone. This makes it possible to do a virtual implant placement with accuracy and precision.
- With the use of an optical and CBCT scan, Dr. Heap can create a complete virtual model of a patients bones, teeth and even soft tissue! This helps to ensure the proper bite.
- With the use of the CBCT scan, Dr. Heap can view the sensory nerve and maxillary sinus. He can then select the right size and length of the implant.
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