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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.

While running a dental practice is certainly rewarding, let's face it, it comes with it's fair share of challenges. From managing costs to ensuring top-notch patient care, dentists have added responsibilities from their medical training in running their business.

For years, Dentsply Sirona has been internationally recognized by dentists and dental specialists for its high-quality dental imaging equipment. While this company was formed in 2016, this company brings decades of experience through the merger of two leading manufacturers: DENTSPLY International and Sirona Dental Systems.

As one of the most significant equipment investments for a dental practice, extraoral imaging and 3D CBCT technology should be well-researched and carefully planned prior to purchase. Many major manufacturers, like Dentsply Sirona, have a wide variety of cone beam systems available  to meet the needs of nearly any dental practice or clinical application.

So, if you’re considering Sirona for your next, or even first, CBCT system, you can feel confident you’re making a solid investment in a reputable brand.

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The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) is an organization dedicated to promoting excellence in orthodontic care and education. Each year, the AAO hosts an annual meeting, which brings together orthodontic professionals from around the world to share knowledge, showcase the latest advancements in orthodontic technology and treatment techniques, and network with colleagues.

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:

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?

Thinking about a scanner? A few years ago, Chinese manufacturer Alliedstar may not have been on your radar. But lately, it feels like everyone is talking about this up-and-coming brand!

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