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The increasing affordability of dental cone beam (otherwise called CBCT) technology has expanded the benefit of 3D imaging to a growing number of dentists and dental specialists.

In 2026, more practices are expected to make the jump to 3D 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?

How to make the most of your next X-ray, CBCT, or intraoral scanner investment—without overspending

Future-Proof Your Practice with the Right Technology—and the Right Upgrade Partner

It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year again to start thinking about how to reduce your practice’s tax liability for 2025.

Section 179 of the IRS tax code, designed to encourage small businesses, including many private practices, to invest in their practice and allow them to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and/or software that has been purchased or financed during the tax year from their total gross income.

For dental practices, this means that the cost of capital equipment such as CBCT, digital X-ray machines, intraoral scanners, and even software can be fully or partially deducted from gross income. This means your practice can write off the full purchase amount this year and are no longer required to depreciate the equipment over time as they have in previous tax years.

Calculating this deduction effectively can help reduce tax liabilities and improve cash flow for practices. Here’s a guide to understanding and calculating the Section 179 deduction for dental imaging equipment.

In today’s fast-moving dental imaging market, many doctors are upgrading from 2D to CBCT, switching between brands, or consolidating offices.

But what happens to the existing panoramic, pan/ceph, or CBCT machine sitting in your operatory?

Purchasing a dental CBCT or digital X-ray system is a significant investment, and timing your purchase strategically can save your practice thousands of dollars. Whether you're launching a new office, expanding, or upgrading your imaging capabilities, understanding seasonal trends, tax advantages, and inventory cycles can help you make the smartest move.

Planmeca CBCT dental X-ray systems are renowned for their advanced technology features and functionality, such as Planmeca CALM movement artifact correction, SCARA technology, and a great deal else, all of which cumulatively impact usability and safety while boosting efficiency and workflows.

Boost Efficiency, Reduce Stress, and Optimize Your Practice

Here at Renew Digital, we've been helping dentists and specialists across the country for over 14 years. So far, we've been able to answer YOUR questions, but how can we help you answer the questions on the minds of your patients?

Dentsply Sirona is a global leader in the dental industry, offering a wide range of innovative products and technologies for dental professionals. The company was formed in 2016 through the merger of two leading dental companies, DENTSPLY International and Sirona Dental Systems.