Cone beam computerised tomography.
A special and latest in X-ray to show in detail three dimensional image (3D image) of jaws,teeth, bones and surrounding nerves and blood vessels related to oral cavity and associated structures.
This is a the latest technology used at present in dentistry where conventional X rays fail to give the details required.
This X ray is advised when the dentist plans for dental implants, extraction of impacted teeth, evaluation of sinuses,thickness of bone at particular site as demanded by dentist prior to dental implant surgery.
It helps dentist select the right size of dental implant and angle of placement with respect to surrounding nerves and bone involved.
CBCT gives accurate information regarding bone height,bone thickness and bone density.
CBCT is the a must prior to implant placement as dentist can plan the treatment according to the CBCT findings.
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