--- title: Renew Digital Learning Hub | Stephen Roberts description: Stephen is a Regional Sales Director for Renew Digital Renew Digital. Stephen brings over 15 years of experience serving dentists with device sales and capital equipment. Prior to Renew, Stephen spent nearly a decade in capital equipment sales with Carestream Dental, honored with the National Sales Rep of the Year and a Top Performer in multiple years. --- [![Renew Logo](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RENEW%20DIGITAL%20LOGO%20TD%20Web.png?width=225&height=90&name=RENEW%20DIGITAL%20LOGO%20TD%20Web.png "Renew Logo")](https://www.renewdigital.com/) Open main menu Close main menu - [**844-220-4963**](tel:844-220-4963) - [buy](https://www.renewdigital.com/buy/) - BY MODALITY - [Panoramic](https://www.renewdigital.com/panoramic) - [Cephalometric](https://www.renewdigital.com/cephalometric) - [Cone Beam](https://www.renewdigital.com/cone-beam) - [Intraoral Scanners](https://www.renewdigital.com/intraoral-scanners) - BY SPECIALTY - [General Dentistry](https://www.renewdigital.com/general-dentistry) - [Orthodontics](https://www.renewdigital.com/orthodontics) - [Endodontics](https://www.renewdigital.com/endodontics) - [Implants](https://www.renewdigital.com/implants) - [Oral Surgery](https://www.renewdigital.com/oral-surgery) - [Sleep](https://www.renewdigital.com/sleep) - CONE BEAM - [Small Field of View](https://www.renewdigital.com/small-field-of-view) - [Medium Field of View](https://www.renewdigital.com/medium-field-of-view) - [Large Field of View](https://www.renewdigital.com/large-field-of-view) - BY BRAND - [Carestream Dental](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/carestream-dental) - [Gendex](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/gendex) - [i-CAT](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/i-CAT) - [Instrumentarium](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/instrumentarium) - [iTero](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/itero) - [DEXIS](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/DEXIS) - [Medit](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/medit) - [Planmeca](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/planmeca) - [Sirona](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/sirona) - [Vatech](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/vatech) - [View All](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/) - RESOURCES - [Financing](https://renewdigital.oneplacecapital.com/) - [FAQs](https://www.renewdigital.com/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Careers](https://www.renewdigital.com/careers/) - [SELL](https://www.renewdigital.com/sell/) - [X-RAYS](https://www.renewdigital.com/sell/) - [INTRAORAL SCANNERS](https://www.renewdigital.com/sell-intraoral-scanners/) - [TRADE-IN](https://www.renewdigital.com/trade-in/) - [X-RAYS](https://www.renewdigital.com/trade-in/) - [INTRAORAL SCANNERS](https://www.renewdigital.com/trade-in-intraoral-scanners/) - [FLASH SALE](https://www.renewdigital.com/flash-sale/) - [ABOUT](https://www.renewdigital.com/about/) - [ABOUT US](https://www.renewdigital.com/about-us/) - [CAREERS](https://www.renewdigital.com/careers/) - [REVIEWS](https://birdeye.com/renew-digital-144492804498797) - [SUPPORT](https://www.renewdigital.com/support/) - [BLOG](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog) - [844-220-4963](tel:844-220-4963) - [Contact Us](https://www.renewdigital.com/contact-us/) # RENEW DIGITAL LEARNING HUB Select Category ALLIED STAR CARESTREAM DENTAL CBCT Ceph X-Ray Dental Cone Beam DEXIS ENDODONTICS ERGONOMICS FULL ARCH IMPLANTS GENDEX GENERAL DENTISTRY i-CAT I/O SCANNERS IMPLANTS INSTRUMENTARIUM iTERO iTero Scanner iTero scanners KAVO MEDIT ORAL SURGERY ORTHODONTICS PAN/CEPH PANORAMIC PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY PERIODONTICS PLANMECA SIRONA SLEEP TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT VATECH Posts by: ![](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) ## Stephen Roberts [Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-roberts-18576918/) Stephen is a Regional Sales Director for Renew Digital Renew Digital. Stephen brings over 15 years of experience serving dentists with device sales and capital equipment. Prior to Renew, Stephen spent nearly a decade in capital equipment sales with Carestream Dental, honored with the National Sales Rep of the Year and a Top Performer in multiple years. ![x-ray unit manufacturer end-of-life](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(80)-1.png) [PANORAMIC,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/panoramic) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [What Happens When a Dental X-Ray Manufacturer Stops Supporting Your Machine?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/what-happens-when-a-dental-x-ray-manufacturer-stops-supporting-your-machine) September 15, 2026 ## Understanding End-of-Life Imaging Equipment Before It Becomes an Emergency Your dental X-ray machine still works. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/what-happens-when-a-dental-x-ray-manufacturer-stops-supporting-your-machine) ![](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/Cost-of-Dental-Microscope-v2-980x513.png) ### [The Cost of CBCT and How to Budget for It](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-cost-of-cbct-and-how-to-budget-for-it) September 10, 2026 Investing in a **[3D cone beam dental](https://www.renewdigital.com/cone-beam/)** system is a significant step for any dental practice. While prices have become a lot more affordable since the early days of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), it’s still a big purchase decision for any practice. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-cost-of-cbct-and-how-to-budget-for-it) ![small medium large field of view cbct](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(77)-2.png) [CBCT,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) [IMPLANTS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/implants) [ORTHODONTICS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/orthodontics) [GENERAL DENTISTRY,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/general-dentistry) [ENDODONTICS](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/endodontics) ### [Small, Medium, or Large?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/small-medium-or-large) August 18, 2026 ## How to Choose the Right CBCT Field of View for Your Practice One of the first specifications you'll notice when shopping for a CBCT system is **field of view (FOV).** ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/small-medium-or-large) ![cbct scan](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(75)-1.png) [CBCT,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) [IMPLANTS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/implants) [GENERAL DENTISTRY](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/general-dentistry) ### [How to Compare Two CBCT Machines Without Getting Lost in the Specs](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-to-compare-two-cbct-machines-without-getting-lost-in-the-specs) August 4, 2026 ## A Practical Buyer's Guide for Dentists Evaluating Dental Imaging Systems Shopping for a cone beam CT (CBCT) system can feel overwhelming. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-to-compare-two-cbct-machines-without-getting-lost-in-the-specs) ![best cbct machine](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(74)-1.png) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [What Actually Makes One CBCT Machine Better Than Another?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/what-actually-makes-one-cbct-machine-better-than-another) July 28, 2026 ## A Buyer's Guide to Choosing the Right Dental Imaging System If you've started researching cone beam CT (CBCT) systems, you've probably noticed something frustrating. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/what-actually-makes-one-cbct-machine-better-than-another) ![dental 3d imaging](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(70)-1.png) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [Why More Dentists Are Buying Pre-Owned Equipment in 2026](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/why-more-dentists-are-buying-pre-owned-equipment-in-2026) July 20, 2026 ## The Smartest Practices Aren't Buying Cheap—They're Buying Strategically For years, buying new dental equipment was considered the gold standard. If you were opening a practice, expanding your office, or upgrading technology, the assumption was simple: ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/why-more-dentists-are-buying-pre-owned-equipment-in-2026) ![hidden cost of new digital xrays](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(71)-1.png) [PANORAMIC,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/panoramic) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [The Hidden Cost of Buying New Dental Equipment](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-buying-new-dental-equipment) July 7, 2026 ## Why the Purchase Price Is Only Part of the Investment When dentists compare imaging systems, the first number they usually look at is the purchase price. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-buying-new-dental-equipment) ![outgrown dental 2d imaging](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(68)-1.png) [PANORAMIC,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/panoramic) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [5 Signs Your Practice Has Outgrown 2D Imaging](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/5-signs-your-practice-has-outgrown-2d-imaging) June 16, 2026 For decades, panoramic and cephalometric imaging have served as the foundation of dental diagnostics. Even today, many successful practices continue to rely on 2D imaging for a wide range of treatments. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/5-signs-your-practice-has-outgrown-2d-imaging) ![trade in value](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(17)-1.png) [PANORAMIC,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/panoramic) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [Trading In Your Used Dental X-Ray Equipment: What to Know](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/trading-in-your-used-dental-x-ray-equipment-what-to-know) April 2, 2026 The dental industry is constantly evolving, with exciting, new advancements in tech driving the need for updated equipment. Extraoral X-ray machines, in particular, are essential tools for diagnostics and treatment planning. For most practices, from panos, pan/cephs to CBCTs, these are essential for the day-to-day operations and all diagnostic work. ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/trading-in-your-used-dental-x-ray-equipment-what-to-know) ![Large field of view cone beam](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/5-1.png) [CBCT,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) [SIRONA,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/sirona) [PLANMECA,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/planmeca) [CARESTREAM DENTAL,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/carestream-dental) [INSTRUMENTARIUM,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/instrumentarium) [KAVO,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/kavo) [DEXIS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/dexis) [i-CAT,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/i-cat) [GENDEX,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/gendex) [IMPLANTS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/implants) [ORAL SURGERY,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/oral-surgery) [SLEEP,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/sleep) [ORTHODONTICS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/orthodontics) [GENERAL DENTISTRY](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/general-dentistry) ### [5 Top Value Large FOV Dental Cone Beam CT Machines \[Updated for 2026\]](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/5-top-large-dental-cone-beam-ct-machines-2026) December 9, 2025 In our previous article, we reviewed the top 5 medium Field of View (FOV) CBCT systems that deliver a great value for your dental practice. This week, we're reviewing the top large FOV systems in 2026 for: ![Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png?width=45&name=Untitled%20design%20(35)-1.png) [Stephen Roberts](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/5-top-large-dental-cone-beam-ct-machines-2026) [1](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog) [2](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts/page/2) [3](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts/page/3) [4](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts/page/4) [5](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/stephen-roberts/page/5) [![Renew Logo](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RENEW%20DIGITAL%20LOGO%20TD%20Web.png?width=225&height=90&name=RENEW%20DIGITAL%20LOGO%20TD%20Web.png "Renew Logo")](https://www.renewdigital.com/) Renew Digital, LLC 3719 North Peachtree Rd Building 200, Suite 250 Chamblee, GA 30341 [P: 844-221-0939](tel:844-221-0939) [F: 404-996-1671](tel:404-996-1671) ##### INFORMATION - [Contact Us](https://www.renewdigital.com/contact-us/) - [About Us](https://www.renewdigital.com/about-us/) - [Support](https://www.renewdigital.com/support/) - [FAQs](https://www.renewdigital.com/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Sell](https://www.renewdigital.com/sell/) - [Trade-In](https://www.renewdigital.com/trade-in/) - [Reviews](https://birdeye.com/renew-digital-144492804498797) - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.renewdigital.com/terms-conditions/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.renewdigital.com/privacy-policy/) - [Warranty, Returns & Shipping](https://www.renewdigital.com/warranty-returns-shipping/) - [Careers](https://www.renewdigital.com/Careers/) ##### SHOP - [Panoramic](https://www.renewdigital.com/Panoramic) - [Cephalometric](https://www.renewdigital.com/cephalometric) - [Cone Beam](https://www.renewdigital.com/cone-beam/) - [Intraoral Scanners](https://www.renewdigital.com/intraoral-scanners/) ##### BRANDS - [Carestream Dental](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/carestream-dental/) - [Sirona](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/sirona) - [Instrumentarium](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/instrumentarium) - [Planmeca](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/planmeca) - [Vatech](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/vatech) - [Gendex](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/gendex) - [i-CAT](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/i-CAT) - [DEXIS](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/DEXIS) - [ITERO](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/itero) - [Medit](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/medit/) - [View All](https://www.renewdigital.com/brands/) ##### FOLLOW US - - Renew Digital is a registered trademark of Renew Digital, LLC. iTero, among others, are trademarks and/or service marks of Align Technology, Inc. or one of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and may be registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. © 2024 Renew Digital, LLC. 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