CBCT fees range in price depending on the number and type of scan requested and the reporting requirements ordered by your doctor.

11.  When is payment due? is this covered by insurance?

You will make payment arrangements with your dental provider. Some insurance companies will provide coverage for a CBCT scan.  We recommend contacting your insurance carrier to discuss your insurance coverage.

10.  How much does a CBCT scan cost?

8.  How should I prepare myself for the scan?

9.  How do i set up an appointment?

Your dental provider may request to contact us to set up the appointment. If not, you may submit an appointment request through our website www.Clear3DImaging.com or call (888) 503-3331 to speak directly with our technician.

No special preparation is needed for a CBCT scan.  Earrings, necklaces, piercing, hairpins or eyeglasses should be removed prior to the scan.  The x-ray technician may ask you to remove dentures or other appliances, but please bring these items to the appointment, as the technician may be required to incorporate them into the scan.  The scanning procedure will require you to sit or stand in a normal position with your chin resting on a chin support.  You will b required to keep still for the duration of the scan time, approximately 10-20 seconds.

A CBCT scan is painless, takes only a few minutes and requires no particular preparation on your part. 

It is possible that your dentist will ask you to wear a plastic sent called a radiographic guide during the scan.  If you were given a guide please remember to bring it to your appointment as we will not be able to carry out the scan without it.

7.  How much radiation exposure will I receive?

The effective dose received from CBCT depends on the type of scan you will receive.  It typically ranges from 5 to 80 or approximately the equivalent of 1 to 10 days of natural background exposure.  CBCT does is similar to a standard complete dental series and far less than a medical CT.

5.  What dental treatments are CBCT scans used for?

A single CBCT scan provides more anatomically and dimensionally accurate information that can be obtained with traditional 2D based dental x-rays.

6.  What does a CBCT examination involve?

4.  What dental treatments are CBCT scans used for?

-Implant planning                                                             -Endodontic (root canal) evaluation

-Orthodontic diagnostic treatment                                 -Tempero Mandibular Joint (TMJ) analysis

-Sinus and airway evaluations                                        -Oral surgery and tooth removal

-Impacted and supernumerary teeth                             -Jaw pathology

-Periodontal disease

CBCT scanning allows your dental professional to:

    * Visualize and analyze the orientation and position of anatomical structures and pathology that cannot be viewed externally or with conventional 2D x-rays
    * Accurately plan individualized treatments including dental implants and other surgical procedures.
    * Prepare necessary guided treatment aids,

3.  What is CBCT?

CBCT is a filmless, digital x-ray scanner specifically designed for scanning the teeth and jaws. The scanner rotates 360 degrees around the patient in a matter of seconds.  The x-ray technology is similar to the type used in panoramic machines. The field of view can be presented as 2D images from different viewing angles or 3D volumes for advanced planning and diagnostic support.

2. HOW does CBCT assist my Dentist?

Your dentist has referred you to Clear 3D imaging to obtain a CBCT study to better diagnose and treat your unique dental needs.  Your dentist knows that Clear 3D Imaging Center provides:

    * Professional, highly trained staff
    * Technologically advanced, low dose 3D CBCT scanner
    * Fast turn around and competitive fees

1.  Why Do I Need A CBCT Scan