The 7 Questions Every Dentist Should Ask Before Buying a Used CBCT
An Imaging Specialist's Guide to Buying with Confidence
Buying a certified pre-owned cone beam CT (CBCT) system can be one of the smartest investments a dental practice makes.
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Frank Tagye is a Regional Sales Director for Renew Digital. With over 15 years of dental equipment sales, Frank has helped thousands of dentists across the US successfully embrace digital radiography, Cone Beam CT 3D systems, and intra-oral scanners seamlessly into their practices.
Buying a certified pre-owned cone beam CT (CBCT) system can be one of the smartest investments a dental practice makes.
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For decades, panoramic and cephalometric X-rays have served as the backbone of dental diagnostics. They're fast, affordable, and provide valuable information for many routine procedures.
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i-CAT CBCT is a premium brand in the lineup of DEXIS products. It's likely that if you're in the market for a CBCT, particularly one with cephalometric capabilities, the i-CAT is on the shortlist of recommendations from colleagues, referrals and dealers.
With over two decades of experience perfecting the hardware and software behind intraoral scanners, iTero remains one of the top brands in the marketplace - and for good reason!
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For years, Dentsply Sirona has been internationally recognized by dentists and dental specialists for its high-quality dental imaging equipment. While this company was formed in 2016, this company brings decades of experience through the merger of two leading manufacturers: DENTSPLY International and Sirona Dental Systems.
As one of the most significant equipment investments for a dental practice, extraoral imaging and 3D CBCT technology should be well-researched and carefully planned prior to purchase. Many major manufacturers, like Dentsply Sirona, have a wide variety of cone beam systems available to meet the needs of nearly any dental practice or clinical application.
So, if you’re considering Sirona for your next, or even first, CBCT system, you can feel confident you’re making a solid investment in a reputable brand.
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