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When an orthodontist starts a new case, a panoramic and cephalometric X-ray scan helps provide a proper diagnosis, while aiding in the planning and monitoring of treatment. While a panoramic scan provides a complete 2D view of the mandible and maxilla, a cephalometric scan captures a lateral image of the entire skull, which is helpful in tracking movement in relation to anatomical landmarks during orthodontic treatment.

Vatech America has been providing innovative imaging technologies to dental professionals across the country since 2005. Their goal has always been to enhance the quality of patient care at every step. From launching the world’s first 3-in-1 digital X-ray system to a 41-layer digital panoramic radiograph, Vatech is one of the world’s premier dental imaging companies.

When you’re looking at buying  used dental equipment, particularly used extraoral dental X-ray machines, there are many important considerations you will need to take and features you will need to evaluate in order to ensure that the purchase is made wisely. Much like any expensive equipment purchase, the philosophy to “measure twice, cut once,” is applicable here.

Sirona is a worldwide leader in dental imaging which offers a strong lineup of German-engineered extraoral X-ray machines. Sirona panoramic, cephalometric, and CBCT systems are well-known for delivering high-quality images paired with dependable customer service. Dental practices that own a Sirona system know that the company is one of the best brands you can buy for ease of use and reliability.

The increasing affordability of dental cone beam (CBCT) technology has expanded the benefit of 3D imaging to a growing number of dentists and dental specialists. Today, more practices are making the investment in CBCT imaging systems to allow for greater in-office clinical capabilities as well as more rapid treatment planning and case acceptance. But with so many cone beam machines available, which CBCT system is right for your practice?

When shopping for a dental cone beam system, you must first determine the maximum field of view (FOV) size that you need for your practice and patients. Regardless of manufacturer, dental cone beam systems are typically categorized by three FOV groups: small, medium, and large. The FOV size is largely determined by the applications or procedures for which it will be used. Most medium and large FOV cone beam dental systems can often collimate down to achieve smaller FOV sizes, if needed. Each manufacturer sets their own field of view sizes, so they can differ greatly by model. FOV sizes are typically measured in centimeters (cm).

Across the country, more and more dentists are embracing dental cone beam (CBCT) technology in their practices, oftentimes upgrading a panoramic X-ray machine to CBCT. The 3D imaging capability of a CBCT machine allows for greater in-office clinical capabilities as well as more rapid treatment planning and case acceptance. If your practice is looking to attract new patients and retain your current patients, an investment in advanced imaging technology can help you accomplish your growth goals.

Digital  dental X-ray machines have been around for more than two decades at this point, and digital radiography is now widespread throughout the dental market. In fact, some studies have shown that up to 70% of all dental practices now use digital dental X-ray machines. However, despite the widespread use of digital radiography, there are still many dental practices that hold on to the old tradition of using film panoramic X-rays. Perhaps your practice is one of them.