general

CBCT (Cone Beam CT)

Definition

A 3D dental x-ray that shows jaw bone, teeth, and sinuses in three dimensions. Essential for implant planning.

In detail

Delivers 5–10× more information than a standard x-ray at about 1/10th the radiation of a medical CT scan. Used for implant placement, complex endodontic cases, impacted tooth assessment, and surgical planning.

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