As one of the most significant equipment investments for a dental practice, you're probably thinking about should be well-researched and carefully planned prior to purchase.
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.
Since Imaging Sciences was acquired by KaVo Kerr and now branded with DEXIS/Envista, i-CAT FLX models are still tremendously popular and offer the latest in 3D imaging technology for dentists. Today, we're going to find out the price you can expect to pay on a new i-CAT FLX.
When the i-CAT FLX V-Series first launched in 2013, it made big waves in the orthodontic market. It was an evolution of their popular seated design with 3-in-1 capabilities - the i-CAT Next Generation.
Fast forward 10 years since the launch to today, how much does an i-CAT FLX cost?
Our team here at Renew Digital has over a decade of experience selling i-CAT imaging equipment, so we have a good amount of insight as to what you should expect to pay for either a new or pre-owned system.
With highly desirable features, and a wide range of clinical applications, today we’ll explore the average price you can expect to pay for an i-CAT unit.
The Average Price of a New i-CAT CBCT Unit
For a new, current generation, mid-to-large FOV i-CAT CBCT, the price you can expect to find ranges from $90,000-$125,000.
When you start your search for dental CBCT, you’ll find that the cost of each machine varies greatly depending first on FOV size. Mid-to-large FOV sizes available on i-CAT run more premium than small-to-mid FOV sizes available from other brands. Yet, this cost is based more on the FOV size, so to compare apples to apples to other brands, compare the same FOV.
The system also provides enhanced low-dose imaging options, dedicated traditional 2D panoramic capabilities, and the feature-rich treatment planning software.
Here are some of the premium features which can help justify a larger investment in i-CAT.
- Flexible Output - With the i-CAT CBCT, you can capture both CBCT images in multiple resolutions and scan times as well as acquire low-dose 2D panoramic images. If you need the intense contrast of a high quality 3D scan, then you can opt for the higher resolution setting.
- Otherwise, you can take advantage of the system’s fast-span protocol, enabling you to capture diagnostic cone beam images in 4.8 seconds, increasing practice efficiency and minimizing radiation dose. Plus, with a click of a mouse, you can transform the i-CAT CBCT system into a low-dose 2D panoramic unit, capturing high-quality panoramic images in seconds.
- Flexible 3D Imaging - i-CAT CBCT delivers a wide variety of cone beam sizes for specialized diagnostic and treatment needs with its fully adjustable 3D field of view, limiting radiation exposure to the area of interest. For example, you can acquire a single arch for placing implants, capture both jaws for TMJ or oral surgery, focus on the sinus and airway for sleep studies, or capture the entire cranium for orthodontics.
- In addition to letting you focus on a variety of different craniofacial structures, i-CAT CBCT equipment also lets you capture views of both soft and hard tissues and bone structures. The high image quality and precise attention to detail allows you diagnose and treat your patients faster and more easily than ever before, allowing you to focus on what matters most – your patients.
- Multiple Fields of View - You can also use this imaging equipment to capture variety of different fields of view. I-CAT CBCT captures circumferences of 16 centimeters and a variety of different heights such as 6 cm which captures the lower jaw, 8 cm which gives you the base of the nasal area as well as the jaw, or even 10 cm which gives you even more of the patient's face.
- Alternatively, you can focus in on a tight 8 cm by 8 cm field of view, or you can acquire an extended field with a 23 cm by 17 cm view. The intuitive controls make these specifications easy.
How to Save 30-50% Off a New i-CAT CBCT?
The average costs listed in this article represent the new list prices on current generation i-CAT units.
BUT did you know that you can save 30-50% off this price by purchasing certified pre-owned equipment?
For over 10 years, Renew Digital have been the leaders in certified pre-owned dental imaging equipment. We have a wide range of CBCT systems, as well as 2D pan & ceph X-ray machines, and intraoral scanners, all from the leading brands dentists trust - including i-CAT, as well as Planmeca, Sirona, Vatech, Carestream and many more.
Right now, we're offering the latest generation i-CAT FLX v17 starting at under $50K! You can expect the latest technology with all the same features as a new unit for a fraction of the cost.
We back the quality of your pre-owned equipment through a rigorous system of testing and inspection, and then give peace of mind with our comprehensive parts and labor warranty so you can be sure the equipment we install will work safely and effectively for many years to come.
We provide full-service installation and training and project management services, just as you would receive if you purchased a new machine.
If you're looking for further savings, we also offer the previous generation i-CAT FLX, the i-CAT Next Generation starting at $29,995.
The i-CAT Next Generation has many of the desirable features of the i-CAT FLX as it was intended to be an EVOLUTION, not a complete redesign. Like the FLX, the Next Gen delivers adjustable large field of view (FOV) dental cone beam scans up to 17 x 23 cm for the widest range of applications.
The i-CAT Next Gen can meet the imaging needs of nearly any dental and specialty practice by offering a 3-in-1 system for 2D pan and ceph imaging combined with the adjustable large FOV CBCT. The Next Gen also offers many of the same desirable features as the FLX, including the comfortable seated-position with handicap accessibility, and the highly-rated Tx Studio by Anatomage software.
Interested in saving with a CPO i-CAT model? Here’s how to get started!
Reach a dedicated sales rep by calling us at (888) 246-5611 or completing an online form below.
Your rep will work with you to determine how your equipment will be used, where it will be placed, and match you to the brands and models most likely to work within your configuration (including considerations like network/electrical as well).
From purchase through installation, we’re here to provide you with the 5-star rated customer service we’ve been known for over the past decade.
