We have recently written about the benefits of the Cone Beam CT Scanner, and how it helps your dentist perform a variety of procedures more efficiently while producing better overall results. Find that introductory blog post here to learn more about this technology and why your dentist uses it.
While there are several applications of the Cone Beam CT Scanner, one of the most valuable is with dental implants. Below, find out more about the benefits of using the Cone Beam CT Scanner in this procedure — and then book an appointment with the dentist who uses it.
What Is a Cone Beam CT Scanner?
Two-dimensional X-rays are an important tool for helping to detect things like cavities and the presence of wisdom teeth, but when it comes to preparing for any type of oral surgery, a Cone Beam CT Scanner will provide your dentist with the three-dimensional information they need to put together a well-informed treatment plan.
A Cone Beam CT Scanner is a large scanner that offers a better, more in-depth look at the bones, nerves, blood vessels, and other structures in your mouth. It is like a traditional CT scan, but it produces less radiation — making it safer for use in more procedures.
What Are the Benefits of a Cone Beam CT Scanner with Dental Implants?
Dental implants are placed during a complex procedure that requires careful planning. With the help of the Cone Beam CT Scanner, your dentist can fully examine your mouth — including the bones and nerves — to first determine if you are eligible and then, if you are, to know exactly what will occur during the procedure before it even begins. That way, there are no surprises that could affect the success of the dental implants. Plus, your dentist can give you a better idea of how long it will take the implants to heal when they know facts about your bone density.
What to Expect with Dental Implants
While we are on the subject of dental implants, when you choose this option for your tooth replacement, you have a lot to look forward to. Nothing else takes the place of missing teeth more effectively than implants, as they provide a comprehensive substitute for both the missing tooth’s root as well as its supportive crown, offering enhanced stability and a replacement that can last for a lifetime with proper maintenance.
Dental implants can take the place of anywhere from one missing tooth to an entire row in the upper or lower jaw — schedule an appointment with your dentist to find out more about this tooth replacement, and whether or not it’s right for you.
Meet the Practice
Dr. L. Blaine Kennington and his team work together to offer superior general and restorative dentistry services at Cowlitz River Dental. Dr. Kennington has decades of experience rebuilding smiles with dental implants and is a founding member of Advanced Dental Implant Studies. To learn more about the Cone Beam CT Scanner or to schedule a dental implant consultation, contact the office by phone at (360) 703-9092.