At Skin & Smiles we took the bold step of investing in our own in-house CT Scanner back in 2011.
Our clients benefit from accurate diagnosis and planning ensuring the best possible results with the greatest predictability.
Because we own our scanner, we can be very competitive with our fees and also provide scanning and implant planning services to other dental practices.
3D scanning is not indicated in every case but these days can be used for more than just the planning of implant-related cases.
At Skin & Smiles we follow the latest prescribing guidelines from the Royal College of Surgeons (Faculty of General Dental Practice) to ensure patient safety with regards radiation exposures.
We use our scanner for:
Taking a 2D or 3D scan is very easy. You are positioned within the machine (as shown above) in a standing position. A radiography-qualified operator will set up the software and machine accordingly and the machine will rotate around you taking around 25 seconds.
In most cases it takes just a few minutes to take a high resolution scan. The processing times can vary but we will contact you within 24 hours to tell you the results of your scan if we cannot advise you at the time of your appointment.
We have been using digital X-ray imaging at the practice since 2005. A primary of digital imaging is to keep patient radiation doses to a minimum.
The CT scanner that we use in unlike the larger machines that are seen in hospitals. We use a cone-beam scanner that is specifically designed for the use of scanning the head and neck area.
The video below is from our Partner/Supplier in CT Imaging and gives you an idea about what we have invested in.
