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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) ![lease rent or buy dental x-ray](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(76)-1.png) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [Lease, Finance, or Buy?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/lease-finance-or-buy) August 11, 2026 ## Choosing the Smartest Way to Invest in Dental Imaging Equipment Purchasing dental imaging equipment is one of the largest financial decisions most practices will make. ![Frank Tagye](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-05-18%20at%204.21.12%20PM.png?width=45&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-05-18%20at%204.21.12%20PM.png) [Frank Tagye](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/frank-tagye) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/lease-finance-or-buy) ![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) ![questions for buying cbct](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(73)-1.png) [CBCT,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) [GENERAL DENTISTRY](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/general-dentistry) ### [The 7 Questions Every Dentist Should Ask Before Buying a Used CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-7-questions-every-dentist-should-ask-before-buying-a-used-cbct) July 21, 2026 ## 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. ![Frank Tagye](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-05-18%20at%204.21.12%20PM.png?width=45&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-05-18%20at%204.21.12%20PM.png) [Frank Tagye](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/frank-tagye) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/the-7-questions-every-dentist-should-ask-before-buying-a-used-cbct) ![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) ![how long should a dental cbct last](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/BLOG%20IMAGES%20(750%20%C3%97%20420%20px)%20(72)-1.png) [CBCT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/cbct) ### [How Long Should a Dental CBCT Machine Last?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-long-should-a-dental-cbct-machine-last) July 14, 2026 ### The Truth About the Lifespan of Modern Dental Imaging Equipment When dentists begin researching a cone beam CT (CBCT) system, one of the first questions they ask is surprisingly simple: ![Jonathan Graf](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Voxel%20Bios%20(20).png?width=45&name=Voxel%20Bios%20(20).png) [Jonathan Graf](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/jonathan-graf) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-long-should-a-dental-cbct-machine-last) ![Dental CBCT Cost](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/DENTAL%20CBCT%20IMAGING%20COST%20.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) [DEXIS,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/dexis) [VATECH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/vatech) [i-CAT](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/i-cat) ### [How Much Does a Dental CBCT Machine Cost?](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-much-does-a-dental-cbct-machine-cost) July 9, 2026 If you’re considering upgrading to a dental cone beam computed tomography [(CBCT) machine](https://www.renewdigital.com/cone-beam/), one of the first things you should consider before getting started is cost. While prices have become a lot more affordable since the early days of CBCT thanks to increased competition (to meet increased demand) CBCT systems still represent sizable investments that require proper planning and consideration. ![Chris Koch](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CKOCH.jpeg?width=45&name=CKOCH.jpeg) [Chris Koch](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/author/chris-koch) [Read More](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/how-much-does-a-dental-cbct-machine-cost) ![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) ![Cephalometric X-Ray Machine](https://learn.renewdigital.com/hubfs/WHAT%20YOU%20SHOULD%20KNOW%20ABOUT%20CEPHALOMETRIC%20X-RAYS.png) [PAN/CEPH,](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/pan-ceph) [ORTHODONTICS](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/tag/orthodontics) ### [All About Digital Ceph X-Rays](https://learn.renewdigital.com/blog/all-about-digital-ceph-x-rays) July 2, 2026 Digital ceph X-rays have come a long way since their inception a few decades ago. 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