Preventive and hygiene
See the whole picture, in the office.
Digital x-rays show what is happening between and beneath your teeth.
About this service
We take bitewing images to check between the teeth, periapical images to see a whole tooth root, and panoramic images for a single view of the jaws, teeth and sinuses. Which ones you need depends on your history, and we only take what is useful.
Our in-office 3D CBCT scanner goes further, producing a three dimensional image of your bone structure for diagnosing infections and planning treatment.
For more complex questions, the office has a 3D cone beam CT scanner. A CBCT scan lets us evaluate the quality and volume of bone, locate infections precisely, and plan implants and surgical procedures with far more information than a flat x-ray can give.
Who it may be appropriate for
- New patients and routine check ups, as part of the exam
- Anyone with pain, swelling or a suspected infection that needs locating
- Patients planning implants, extractions or root canal treatment
A guide, not a diagnosis. Only an exam can confirm what is right for you.
What it gives you.
01
Done here
No separate imaging appointment somewhere else.
02
Better planning
3D imaging shows bone quality and anatomy that flat images cannot.
03
Only what is needed
Images are taken on a schedule that matches your history, not by default.
What to expect
The visit, start to finish.
- 01
Positioning
For a CBCT scan you stand or sit still for a short rotation of the scanner around your head.
- 02
Review
The dentist reviews the images with you on screen and explains what they show.
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Planning
Findings go straight into your treatment plan.
Insurance
Sunny Smiles accepts state insurance. Call to verify your plan for this treatment.
Insurance and paymentQuestions
Frequently asked.
No. A dental cone beam scan is a smaller, faster scan focused on the jaws and teeth. Your dentist will explain when it is recommended over a standard x-ray.
Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 1 PM
Opening Monday, November 16
Serving Blaine and the surrounding area.
Ready when you are.
Request a time online, or call and talk to a person.