Technology

Kodak 9000® Cone Beam technology provides a digital tomographic 3D view of the patient’s area of concern.  A traditional x-ray is two-dimensional.  With CBCT technology, the doctor can get a full 360 ° view of the tooth and all surrounding areas.  The 3D Cone Beam scanner provides nearly limitless views of the teeth while using less radiation than traditional medical CT technology.  This new technology is fast, simple, and painless, providing many wonderful patient benefits.

In our office, we use a low-radiation digital x-ray system which greatly reduces the amount of radiation needed as compared to film x-rays.  The improved diagnostic capability of digital x-rays and the ability to view the x-rays on a computer screen allow the patient to better understand and follow treatment.  By eliminating film, developer, and chemical waste, digital x-rays are better for both the patient and the environment.